(1) If, as the result of an inspection or analysis of a dam that has a high hazard rating or significant hazard rating, the Water Resources Department concludes that corrective action is necessary to address a condition allegedly rendering the dam unsafe or potentially unsafe, the department shall notify the dam owner regarding:

(a) Why the inspection or analysis of information and conditions causes the department to conclude that the dam is unsafe or potentially unsafe;

(b) The action the department concludes is necessary to address the alleged unsafe or potentially unsafe condition;

(c) The opportunity for the dam owner to meet with the department; and

(d) The opportunity for the dam owner to provide information to challenge the department’s conclusion alleging that the dam is unsafe or potentially unsafe.

(2) The department shall notify a dam owner under subsection (1) of this section by:

(a) Registered mail; or

(b) Certified mail with return receipt requested. [2019 c.390 § 7]