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Over-topping at Maui’s Kaupakalua Dam has ‘ceased,’ but authorities say danger isn’t over
HNN: … The immediate threat of Maui’s Kaupakalua Dam failing appears to have subsided as drenching rains let up, but evacuation orders remain in place.
The earthen dam, owned by East Maui Irrigation, overtopped its banks Monday afternoon amid torrential rains that have pummeled the island for much of the day. It did not fail but authorities were concerned it would if rains continued, potentially sending floodwaters over downstream properties.
About 5 p.m., Mahi Pono Chief Operating Officer Shan Tsutsui said over-topping at the dam had “ceased.” He added that crews will monitor the situation until water levels return to safe levels….
read … Over-topping at Maui’s Kaupakalua Dam has ‘ceased,’ but authorities say danger isn’t over
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SA: State says century-old Kaupakalua Dam slated for removal this summer -- “At this time, we are not aware any property damage that occurred due to the overtopping,” said Tsutsui in a statement. “However, this does not diminish the damage caused in the surrounding community located mauka of the reservoir by the overwhelming and unprecedented rainfall here on Maui.” Prior to Monday’s storm, Mahi Pono said the reservoir was empty, and was not being used to collect water for irrigation purposes — and is dry under normal conditions. A valve is kept open to allow water during typical rain events to quickly exit, and continue to flow downstream.
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