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May 22-29, 2026 | Guadalajara, Mexico
Mark your calendars! The 94th ICOLD Annual Meeting is coming to Guadalajara, and registration is now open. This is your chance to connect with the global dam community, share Canadian expertise, and learn from colleagues around the world.
Early bird pricing is available now, so don't wait to register. We're aiming for a strong Canadian presence at this conference—let's show the world what our dam safety community brings to the table!
Your expertise is needed: Three technical reports are open for comment
ICOLD is seeking input from the dam community on three important technical reports. This is your opportunity to shape international best practices and contribute your Canadian perspective. All reports are available to CDA members only in the International section of our website.
Methods For the Improvement of Data Quality and Management of Dam Performance Monitoring Data
Deadline: December 15, 2025
The Technical Committee on Dam Surveillance is seeking feedback on methods for improving data quality and management of dam performance monitoring data. Your practical experience with monitoring systems could provide valuable insights.
Dam Surveillance Data and Observations—Effective Diagnostic Analyses to Determine Behaviour Patterns
Deadline: December 15, 2025
Another report from the Dam Surveillance committee focuses on effective diagnostic analyses to determine dam behaviour patterns. If you work with surveillance data regularly, your input could help refine these analytical approaches.
Tropical Residual Soils as Dam Foundation and Fill Material
Deadline: November 30, 2025
This bulletin updates the 2009 publication (Bulletin 151) on using tropical residual soils as dam foundation and fill material. Note: This report is available in English only.
Send your comments to director-at-large.icold@cda.ca

