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An irrigation canal drawing water from the Euphrates River in northeastern Syria
hydroelectric power station, water gate
Concrete pump truck driving
The Hoover Dam towers above the Colorado River, a marvel of engineering and a testament to human ingenuity. Built during the Great Depression, the dam provided thousands of jobs and transformed the arid landscape of the American Southwest, generating hydroelectric power and providing water for irrigation and drinking. The massive concrete structure spans the Black Canyon, holding back the mighty Colorado River and creating the vast Lake Mead. Visitors can take guided tours of the dam's interior, marveling at the complex machinery and learning about the history of this iconic landmark. The Hoover Dam stands as a symbol of American resilience and resourcefulness, a testament to the power of human cooperation and determination.
Aerial view of gates in irrigation canal. Water care.
View north of the Dos Amigos Pumping Plant on the California Aqueduct and South Bay Aqueduct in the San Joaquin Valley (Central Valley) near Los Banos, California, USA. Part of the California State Water Project. Distributes both drinking and irrigation water throughout California. Scanned film 1998.
Concept shot of the concrete piles in the channel
Closed sluice downstream of reservoir
Davis Dam on the border of Nevada and Arizona.
Stock photo of water pouring through a sluice gate in rural farmland in Central California
Hoover Dam Bypass construction.
The Colorado Diversion Dam in Yuma, Arizona, marks the start of one of the most extensive irrigation systems in the United States. The dam, constructed in the early 1900s, diverts water from the Colorado River to the fields and farms of the surrounding area. The river flows through a series of canals and channels, carrying life-giving water to the crops that sustain the region's economy. The surrounding landscape is a patchwork of green fields and orchards, a testament to the ingenuity and hard work of the farmers who have made the desert bloom. The Colorado Diversion Dam is a symbol of the power of water to transform and sustain, a vital resource in a harsh and unforgiving environment.
Fish ladder at the Bonneville Dam on the Columbia River separating Washington and Oregon.
A buttress on the Vanalden Bridge over the Los Angeles River in the San Fernando Valley
a sheet piling retaining wall in construction and hydraulic engineering
river cleaner, aquatic weed harvesters , environmental conservation, River remediation
Construction of Hydro Power Stations on the river Alaknanda near Rudraprayag. Uttarakhand, India
Theodore Dam near Phoenix, Arizona, USA. The dam was originally built with rubble and masonry, as seen here, before being heightened and faced with concrete from 1989-1996. Photographed in 1967.
Construction of dam on the mountain river flowing into the lake
Aerial shot of the Imperial Dam and Reservoir on the California-Arizona border. At this point, about 90% of the volume of the Colorado river is diverted into the All-American Canal to irrigate California's Imperial Valley, the most productive winter agricultural region in the United States.
Argentina Rio Hondo hydroelectric power plant in the province of Santiago del Estero, Argentina
Aerial view of Parker Dam and hydroelectric equipment on the border between Arizona and California. The dam backs up the Colorado River which flows to the south and forms Lake Havasu to the north.
Vanalden Bridge over the Los Angeles River in sunlight
Dams are large hydraulic structures that allow water to be stored or retained for the generation of electrical energy.
Rushing water as it flow under the open at of Moutoa flood gates.
Power Grid Infrastructure in Western USA Hoover Dam in Clark County Nevada Hydroelectric Dam Photo Series
closing gates of the major canal
This high-resolution photo shows the Eidersperrwerk, a flood protection dam located on the Eider river in Germany. The massive concrete structure stands tall against the backdrop of a clear blue sky, with the calm waters of the river flowing behind it. The Eidersperrwerk serves as a vital component of the region's flood control system, protecting the surrounding communities from the dangers of rising water levels. This photograph would be a suitable addition to any project related to civil engineering, flood prevention, or infrastructure.
Canal lock gates and water bypass with trees and green fields
Drone shot of the Coachella Canal, an aqueduct in the desert which carries water from the Colorado River across Riverside and Imperial Counties in California, from the All-American Canal to the Coachella Valley.
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