(1) An operation plan must be prepared by the owner and approved by the department prior to operation of the high-hazard dam or reservoir. The operation plan must set forth at a minimum:
- (a) a reservoir operation procedure;
- (b) a maintenance procedure for the high-hazard dam and appurtenant works; and
- (c) emergency procedures and warning plans.
- (2) When construction is complete and if the high-hazard dam or reservoir conforms to the construction permit and when an operation plan has been approved, the department shall issue a permit to operate the high-hazard dam or reservoir, containing conditions on the safe operation of the high-hazard dam as it considers necessary.
History: En. Sec. 9, Ch. 501, L. 1985; amd. Sec. 5, Ch. 418, L. 1993.