With the Bureau of Meteorology predicting above median rainfall from October to December, Goulburn-Murray Water is urging people to check their farm dams.
G-MW water storage services general manager Martina Cusack said intense rain and flood events could lead to the rapid filling of dams or overtopping, increasing the risk of private dam failure.
“It is crucial customers with licensed dams take some general precautions,” Ms Cusack said.
“Inspecting and monitoring dams, clearing spillways and outlet pipes to help pass flood water, and repairing any cracks and other defects will help minimise the negative impacts of heavy rainfall.”
The Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning has produced booklets, Your dam your responsibility and Dam safety emergency plan to help dam owners understand their responsibilities for operating and maintaining dams on their properties.
To view these booklets, visit: https://www.water.vic.gov.au/managing-dams-and-water-emergencies/dams/guidance-notes
For BOM alerts, visit: www.bom.gov.au/climate/enso/outlook/
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