Abstract
Testbeds play a crucial role in cybersecurity research for critical infrastructure by simulating realistic environments. This paper presents an in-depth examination of the MiniDAM toolkit and our developed testbed, which is modeled on actual dam operation standards. We provide a detailed overview of its functionalities. Additionally, a comparative study is conducted between MiniDAM, our testbed, MiniCPS, and the Secure Water Treatment (SWaT) testbed. This work further discusses the process of generating datasets and incorporating additional features. The capabilities of MiniDAM are demonstrated as a robust platform, significantly contributing to the advancement of research in dam cybersecurity.