Intelligent Condition Monitoring For Dam Safety
Dam safety engineers face various challenges related to safety, aging infrastructure, labor shortages, rising maintenance costs, and climate change as many dams near their design service life. Bentley Systems AssetWise offers digital twin technology to modernize dam monitoring and maintenance practices. By utilizing digital twins, engineers can make timely and risk-informed decisions, conduct consequence analysis, and establish remote early warning systems for dam protection. This technology enables visualization of current and developing conditions, consolidates and analyzes data, and enhances decision intelligence efficiently.
Integrated Approach to Dam Monitoring
Bentley Systems AssetWise provides a comprehensive approach to dam monitoring at a portfolio level. The iTwin Capture feature offers a realistic 3D visualization of dams, serving as context for automated condition monitoring, inspection, defect identification, and re-design processes. Through iTwin IoT, actionable insights from various surveillance sources help identify early signs of structural risks. Alerts and reports support collaboration and emergency planning. iTwin Experience enhances engagement and collaboration for efficient decision-making, enabling quick responses to adverse events in remote areas.
Success Story: Yuba Water Agency
Yuba Water Agency's implementation of Bentley's iTwin Applications for situational intelligence significantly improved risk assessment and ensured public safety at New Bullards Bar Dam. By investing in a digital automated survey and monitoring system powered by iTwin technology, the agency enhanced monitoring capabilities, demonstrating a strong commitment to public safety and infrastructure resilience. Together, these solutions create a connected, scalable digital twin environment tailored for dam safety and risk mitigation.
Expert Testimonial and Future Prospects
Cory Baldwin, Vice President of Infrastructure IoT at Bentley Systems, highlights the importance of digital twins in improving dam surveillance and early risk identification. Digital twins represent a significant technological advancement in supporting responsible dam management by safeguarding the public and the environment. With Bentley Systems AssetWise iTwin Dam Monitoring Solutions, organizations can leverage the latest technology to enhance dam safety, reduce risks, and optimize infrastructure management for a sustainable future.