Low-head dams are dangerous because people fail to realize that these dams are just as dangerous as larger dams. The movement of the water at the base can pull people under and trap them. These low-head dams have been nicknamed 'drowning machines.'
Low-head dams can create a hazard known as a drowning machine due to the strong recirculating currents they produce at the base of the dam. These currents can trap and hold objects, swimmers, or boats, making it difficult for them to escape. This can lead to dangerous situations and potential drownings.
Dubi Dam Dam was created on 2005-06-05.
O'Sullivan Dam was created in 1949.
Waitakere Dam was created in 1910.
Kurobe Dam was created in 1963.
Barber Dam was created in 1905.
Almatti Dam was created in 2005.
Kihansi Dam was created in 2000.
Liujiaxia Dam was created in 1974.
Santeetlah Dam was created in 1925.
Dam - band - was created in 1997.
Kouga Dam was created in 1967.