Regulatory frameworks for dam safety
Subtitle: a comparative study
By: Daniel D. Bradlow, Alessandro Palmieri, Salman M.A. Salman.
Contributors: Palmieri, Alessandro.; Salman, Salman M. A., 1948-
Series: Law, justice, and development
Publisher: World Bank; World Bank Publications
Published: 2002
Place of publication: Washington, D.C
Language: eng
Number of pages: 159
Subjects: Dam safety -- Law and legislation.
Description: "Regulatory Frameworks for Dam Safety was conceived and prepared in response to growing concern over the safety of dams. Given the large number of dams around the world, the safe operation of dams has significant social, economic, and environmental relevance. A dam failure can result in extremely adverse impacts, including a large-scale loss of human life. For countries with large stocks of dams, the issue of dam safety is critical. Regulatory Frameworks for Dam Safety examines the dam safety regulatory frameworks of 22 countries. It draws comparisons and highlights similarities among the various systems. Most important, it identifies essential elements, desirable features, and emerging trends for dam safety regulatory frameworks."--Jacket.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references.