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Dam risk and the owner’s dilemma
15 September, 2000
Recent literature on risk analysis for dams suggests that the historic controversies concerning practical quantification of risk have yet to be resolved. Des Hartford takes a look back at why the presently unacceptable situation has arisen, and charts the future path necessary to establish sound risk analysis which can be used confidently in dam safety practice

The key to success
17 July, 2000
Los Vaqueros dam in the US is a key component in a major water project that has improved water quality and addressed environmental concerns. Gil M Lawton reports

Power for processing
16 June, 2000
When a nickel mine and processing plant were expanded, hydro power was developed to supply the additional energy. The unique characteristics of the location and electricity system load resulted in a project with a low environmental impact

Business update
13 April, 2000

A tough Act to follow
15 March, 2000
Ensuring reservoir safety and maintenance in the UK requires a variety of skills and diplomacy from the inspecting engineer. Chris Hoskins reports