Residents return home after dam evacuation

NSW residents living near Jerrara Dam can return to their homes after the area was evacuated because of heavy rainfall.

Residents near Jerrara Dam can return home after the area was evacuated because of heavy rainfall. (AAP)

NSW residents living downstream from Jerrara Dam, west of Kiama, can return home safely after being evacuated from the area because of heavy rainfall.

Residents living in the lower areas of Mt Brandon Road, Jerrara Road and Jamberoo Road were evacuated on Tuesday morning following concerns the dam's wall showed signs of failing.

Engineers from Kiama Council, along with the NSW SES, have assessed the dam and issued an "all clear" on Wednesday morning.

Residents can safely return to their properties, with rain expected to ease to showers by Wednesday afternoon.