Combining with modern computer and network technology,Video transmission technology and GPS satellite positioning technology,in view of the factors influencing the safety of tailings dam,a solutions for safety monitoring of tailings dam was proposed,a software structure integrating visualization,automation and intellectualization was designed.An automatic safety monitoring and alert system Fengshuigou tailings dam was developed successfully,which offers a back-up technology for the operation safety and future volume expansion of the tailings dam.