Dams Safety NSW

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Chichester Dam

News and events

29 Jun 2026

The dams safety levy applies to all declared dams.

Tenterfield Dam
23 Sep 2025

Dams Safety NSW may ‘declare’ a dam if its failure would threaten life, or cause major damage to property, the environment, or public welfare.

Cordeaux spillway
13 Jun 2024

All declared dam owners in NSW are legally required to implement a dam safety management system (DSMS) to ensure the ongoing safety of their dams and to comply with the Dams Safety Regulation 2019.

Community consultation session
25 Jun 2020

Serious incidents or injuries that occur at, or in relation to, a declared dam must be reported to Dams Safety NSW as soon as possible after the incident by calling 0403 681 645 (24 hours/7 days a...

Tatangra Dam