{"id":6027,"date":"2019-04-05t11:40:20","date_gmt":"2019-04-05t16:40:20","guid":{"rendered":"\/\/www.dicovercards.com\/?p=6027"},"modified":"2023-11-21t15:31:08","modified_gmt":"2023-11-21t21:31:08","slug":"dam-removal-benefits","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"\/\/www.dicovercards.com\/dam-removal-benefits\/","title":{"rendered":"dam removal: alternative to costly maintenance & repairs"},"content":{"rendered":"
for centuries, dams have played an important role in the vitality of lake and river communities<\/a>. they are used to generate electricity, reduce flood risks, store water<\/a>, and provide irrigation to the surrounding area. dams and spillways also ensure consistent water levels for recreational use and assist with nutrient storage. for decades dams were a sign of progress and man\u2019s ability to harness the power of nature. however, due to a plethora of energy options now available, that\u2019s changing. \u201cdams must be installed and maintained properly. there\u2019re also an outdated, failing infrastructure to consider that\u2019s often economically unfeasible to maintain or replace,\u201d explains wes farrand, civil engineer for snyder & associates<\/a>.<\/p>\ndetermining the cost & funding of dam removal<\/strong><\/h2>\n