Natural Resources, Environment and Climate Change Ministry: Eight dams found damaged need repair

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PUTRAJAYA, Oct 2 — The dam safety flying squad in its inspection from 2021 to 2022 found that eight dams have been damaged and could pose a threat to residents and property in...

Singapore: Migrant workers at Tanah Merah dorm have to wait hours for shuttle bus; operator says it's only a peak-period problemThe eight dams are Muda and Ahning Dams in Kedah, Jor and Mahang Dams in Perak, Sultan Abu Bakar Dam in Pahang, Babagon Dam in Sabah, Bakun Dam in Sarawak and Kenyir Dam in Terengganu.

The Ministry of Natural Resources, Environment and Climate Change in a statement today said the results of the inspection found high sediment formation in the reservoir, damage to instrumentation and water control equipment, seepage, damage to the integrity of concrete structures, soil erosion and the signs of collapse.

“As an interim measure, the federal government is willing to consider providing financial support to dam owners who do not have financial resources if there is an urgent need,” it said. The ministry said the structure and responsibilities of the Flying Squad will also be strengthened as a permanent feature known as the Dam Technical Centre .

 

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