Dam Owner Workshop


The Dam Safety Division is pleased announce the return of our Dam Owner Workshop. Attendees will be able to listen to sessions hosted by MDEQ Dam Safety staff and have the opportunity to learn the specifics on being a dam owner.

Sessions will include:
  • Introductions to basic dam terminology
  • How to inspect you dam; key issues and tell-tale signs
  • Maintenance and solutions to common problems
  • Emergency Action Planning and Inundation mapping
  • Liability and Public Safety
  • Hiring a Consultant to assist
  • Funding sources available to assist with the cost of rehabilitation of your dam
Jackson (Registration is Complete) March 24

MDEQ Office, 515 Amite Street

Hattiesburg (Registration in Complete) March 30 Forrest County Extension Center
Tupelo/Verona (Registration is Complete) May 11

North MS Research and Extension Center

Meridian (Registration is Complete) May 25 Union Station
Hernando (Registration is Complete) June 8 DeSoto County Extension Center
Jackson June 15 MDEQ Office, 515 Amite Street
Complete the Form Below to Register

Dam Safety Workshop Registration

*The Dam Owner Workshop will run from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Drinks, snacks and lunch will be provided.