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Dam removal

Written by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examโ€ขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025

Definition

The process of deconstructing or eliminating a dam structure from a river system to restore more natural hydrological and ecological conditions.

AP course connection

Topic 6.9: 6.9 Hydroelectric Power

Unit 6

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