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Do I need a permit to build a dam?
How much does it cost to get a dam permit?
Where is my permit?
Do levees require a permit?
I recently bought property that has an existing dam that seems taller than 25 feet. Am I in violation of the law, and what should I do?
How can I tell how high my dam is?
Will the Division of Water Resources inspect my dam?
How is the hazard classification of dams determined?
What factors are used to calculate a dam�s hazard classification?
What is an Emergency Action Plan? Do I need one?
What is the role of emergency management in Emergency Action Plans?
Are there special guidelines for building a house in the floodplain next to the creek?
Cities and counties that participate in the National Flood Insurance Program require permits for development in the floodplain. Contact the Floodplain Manager for local authority with jurisdiction and the Floodplain section of this website for more information.
How can I determine whether my property would be flooded or inundated from a failure of this dam?