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I am totally against this bill which seeks to amend the Dam Safety Act in ways that could compromise safety and accountability. Weakened Enforcement: Streamlining the Department of Conservation and Recreation's enforcement powers might reduce the rigor and oversight necessary to ensure dam safety, potentially leading to less stringent compliance with safety standards. Ambiguity in Responsibilities: Clarifying the Department's duties during an active dam failure is good, but the bill adds complexity to dam owners' responsibilities, potentially leading to confusion or non-compliance, especially for owners of low hazard structures. Increased Owner Burden: Requiring dam owners to perform safety inspections for structures presenting imminent danger shifts more responsibility onto them without necessarily providing additional support or resources, which could be overwhelming for smaller or less experienced owners. Inundation Zone Identification: Allowing dam owners to identify dam break inundation zones by providing limits rather than filing a map could lead to less precise emergency planning, potentially endangering lives and property downstream. Funding Criteria Changes: Altering the criteria for receiving funds from the Dam Safety, Flood Prevention and Protection Assistance Fund, including project match requirements, might make it harder for some dam owners, particularly those with limited financial means, to secure necessary funding for safety improvements. Repeal of Civil Penalties: Removing civil penalties removes a deterrent for non-compliance with the Act, which could lead to lax attitudes towards dam maintenance and safety, increasing the risk of failures and subsequent disasters. Public Safety Concerns: Overall, these changes could dilute the focus on public safety by reducing the accountability of dam owners and the regulatory power of the Department, potentially leading to more frequent or severe dam-related incidents. Environmental Impact: Dams play a crucial role in managing water resources and preventing floods. Weakening the regulatory framework could have unintended environmental consequences, affecting water quality, wildlife, and flood control efforts. I strongly oppose this legislation for its potential to undermine the safety, regulatory oversight, and environmental integrity associated with dam management in Virginia, urging its rejection to maintain stringent safety standards and accountability.