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Up until now, the cost of accessing professional advice about dam design and safety has resulted in it being out of the reach of many landholders. This publication provides a more affordable process to assist those seeking professional advice in South Eastern Australia. It establishes a procedure which in essence involves the application of a series of complex calculations. By applying these calculations, the spillway and storage capacity of the dam can be readily reviewed or designed. In addition to the process being simple and affordable, importantly modern engineering best practice principles are being met!