asked the Minister for Transport and Power if he will now or at some early date make a statement on the maintenance and upkeep of dams erected in connection with hydro-electric systems within the State, the safety measures taken in connection with such dams, and the alarm and warning systems, if any, that are available in respect of contiguous centres of population in the event of an emergency such as that at Frejus.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Maintenance of Hydro-Electric Dams.
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I am informed by the Electricity Supply Board that the Board provides systematic control, inspection and maintenance of all dams built in connection with the hydro-electric schemes. The Board does not consider that special warning or alarm systems as suggested by the Deputy are necessary.