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Preparing for the Worst at Martin Dunham Dam | Albany News
The Martin Dunham Dam has rolled out a new Emergency Action Plan to prepare for the unlikely but critical scenario of a dam failure, outlining how agencies will respond and which areas could flood. Engineers are also exploring ways to reduce water levels and modify the spillway, with public signs keeping residents informed. Town supervisor Ingrid Gundrum is optimistic about the plan’s readiness, noting that training simulations — long overdue — have already begun, with more exercises on the horizon. While major decisions like upgrading or decommissioning the dam are still years away, the…
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