THE IMPORTANCE OF DAM REMOVAL DAMS - BY THE NUMBERS 500,000+

Fact Sheet - The Importance of Dam Removal THE IMPORTANCE OF DAM REMOVAL DAMS Selective removal of dams, particularly those that are outdatedor unsafe, can be an economical and effective solution for BY THE eliminating dam-owner liability and improving river health. [...] Dam removals can increase property values, protect people 500,000+ and property from flooding, and boost recreational Number of dams in opportunities by restoring the natural function of rivers. [...] 85% WHY DAM REMOVALS ARE NECESSARY Percentage of While many dams have important uses such as water supply, existing dams that flood management, and hydropower, many others – both are unnecessary, harmful, and even publicly and privately owned – have reached the end of their dangerous. [...] Removing dams restores native aquatic life to rivers, increases climate resilience, and reduces the risk of 83% aging dams failing and possibly causing catastrophic flood Percentage of dams damages and/or loss of human life. [...] In the last few years alone, dam failures or near failures have forced hundreds of thousands of people to evacuate, caused millions of dollars of property damage, and caused loss of life.