Today we’re taking apart one of the most important pieces of infrastructure in the United States and asking a question that feels like science fiction until you look at the numbers. The Hoover Dam has ...

America's dams are currently averaging 64 years old, and most of us don't give them a second thought until something goes wrong. We drive past them, boat on their reservoirs, and live downstream from ...

The southern Appalachians have had a long history of destructive flash floods, including 2024's Helene disaster. On Nov. 5, 1977, 48 years ago today, heavy rain moved into northern Georgia. Around ...

The City of Gladewater is moving forward with plans to repair its aging dam on Lake Gladewater after securing $1.5 million in federal grant funding.

When dams or levees fail, the consequences can be catastrophic, making proper funding and maintenance critical, but it doesn't always happen. They are not what I would call politically sexy. It's not ...

LINCOLN CO., Mont. — Lincoln County Emergency Management warns residents the Lower Flower Creek Diversion Dam is compromised due to flooding conditions. Engineers report the dam has potential for ...

Learn how to assess your home's risk from dam or levee failure and the steps to protect yourself, including flood insurance options. Learn how to assess your home's risk from dam or levee failure and ...