On 13 May 2025, iPresas participated in the Technical Workshop on Emergency Action Plans for Dams and Reservoirs, organised by SPANCOLD (Spanish National Committee on Large Dams), a landmark event in the field of dam safety in Spain.
Our colleague Cristina Agüera delivered the final presentation of the event, titled “Advanced Models for Estimating Dam Break Consequences”, focusing on how a detailed methodology for consequence estimation can help demonstrate the value of investments in dam safety.
Presentations on Emergency Action Plans for Dams and Reservoirs
The presentation showcased the latest advancements in consequence analysis, a key component of risk assessment for hydraulic infrastructure.
During her talk, Cristina addressed three fundamental aspects:
- State of the art in consequence estimation for dam failure: A review of current methodologies used to estimate impacts resulting from dam failure, with a focus on integrating social and economic variables.
- Social consequence analysis using LifeSim software: A tool developed by the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), LifeSim enables the estimation of potential loss of life, simulates human behaviour in emergency situations, and evaluates the effectiveness of different flood response strategies. A practical case study was also presented.
- Estimation of economic consequences: The presentation concluded with guidance on key factors to consider when assessing the material damages of a potential dam failure.
Finally, the talk emphasised that in order for an early warning system to be effective, it is essential to identify in advance which areas are likely to be affected.
This participation reinforces iPresas commitment to innovation and excellence in dam risk management, consolidating our position as a benchmark in the use of advanced tools for evaluating the consequences of extreme events.
We sincerely thank SPANCOLD for the opportunity to contribute to this technical forum and to continue promoting knowledge around the safety and resilience of our hydraulic infrastructure.
