legislation: 95-s-1254
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| 95-s-1254 | 95 | s | 1254 | A bill to establish a National Dam Safety Program. | Water Resources Development | 1977-04-06 | 1977-04-06 | Referred to Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works. | Senate | Sen. McClure, James A. [R-ID] | ID | R | M000346 | 0 | Establishes a national dam safety program. Directs each Federal agency to regulate the safety of dams which are either owned by the United States and operated by the involved agency, or which are located on lands owned by the United States for which the involved agency in responsible. Requires States to regulate the safety of dams in such States not owned by the United States. Allows Federal jurisdiction upon request, over dams owned by a non-Federal entity located on Federal lands in such State. Requires Federal agencies to examine, inspect, and repair specified dams within their jurisdiction. Directs such agencies to: (1) review plans for dam construction or modification; (2) inspect performance of such work; (3) retain data of such construction; and (4) issue certificates of approval. Requires such Federal agencies to issue regulations for dam safety in accordance with guidelines established by the Secretary of the Army. Makes compliance with this Act and applicable regulations a requirement for construction and operation of dams subject to this Act. Directs the Secretaries of the Army, the Interior, and Agriculture to furnish aid and advice to States requesting assistance in implementation of dam safety programs. | 2025-01-14T17:12:38Z |