Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
4388197 Ecohydrology & Hydrobiology 2009 8 Pages PDF
Abstract

The paper reviews the social and environmental problems concerning the functioning of dams including their local and global effects. Particularly emphasized is a trend toward removing dams in many countries. These are issues of significant importance, particularly in view of the current discussions on justification of investing in new dams, and seeking safe and economical solutions for aging dams, risky in their further operation.

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