FAQ

• Do I need a permit to build a dam?

  Depending on the size of the dam, and the amount of water retained, you may need a permit for construction and for water appropriation.  Learn more about dam permits at Dam Safety Permits online.

• Where is my permit?
• How much does it cost to get a dam permit?
• Do levees require a permit?
• I want to build a house in the floodplain. Are there special guidelines for building next to the creek?