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I took this picture south to lake Havasu, during a sunny and hot afternoon. The Colorado river widing between reddish mountain seemed so blue.
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.
Las Vegas, Hoover Dam, Nevada, USA - Summer 2018 : [ Hoover Dam and Lake Meeads on Colorado River in Nevada Desert ]
Looking north over Lake Mead with the Lake Mead Marina in the center of the image.
Drought conditions at Echo Bay at Lake Mead in Nevada.
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Boats on Lake Mead
Lake Mead National Recreation Area, niedriger Wasserstand, Trockenheit, Nevada, Arizona
The Hoover Dam is an impressive concrete arch-gravity dam spanning the Black Canyon of the Colorado River, located on the border between Nevada and Arizona. This 726-foot tall structure stretches 1,244 feet across the canyon and required the labor of thousands of workers during its construction in 1936. Its primary purpose is to control floods, generate hydroelectric power, and provide irrigation water to surrounding areas. With a power plant capacity of over 2,000 megawatts, it provides electricity to millions of people in the Southwest. The Hoover Dam is a symbol of modern engineering and a major tourist destination, attracting visitors from all over the world.
Power Grid Infrastructure in Western USA Hoover Dam in Clark County Nevada Hydroelectric Dam Photo Series
Formed by the Hoover Dam, Lake Mead in Nevada, U.S.A. Lake Mead is the Largest Reservoir in the United States. Lake Mead Bathtub Ring.
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.
Panorama of Parker dam seen from the California side with the Colorado River in the foreground.
Arizona, USA- October 11, 2011: Hoover Dam is a concrete arch-gravity dam in the Black Canyon of the Colorado River, on the border between the U.S. states of Nevada and Arizona. Here is the main construction of the Dam.
Laughlin, NV, USA – August 27, 2021: The USS Riverside boast docked on the Colorado River adjacent to Don Laughlin's Riverside Hotel and Casino in Laughlin, Nevada.
An image of the Hoover Dam, an engineering marvel spanning the Colorado River between Arizona and Nevada. This monumental structure is not only a symbol of human ingenuity but also a striking feature within the stark desert landscape, showcasing the dramatic interplay between nature and technology.
When the level of water in Lake Mead behind Hoover Dam drops, it leaves a white strip on the mountain side. This caused by mineral deposits.
Drying Lake Mead National Recreation Area just east of Las Vegas
Page, Arizona, USA - October 28, 2019: Explore the iconic bridge spanning the breathtaking landscapes of Arizona's stunning terrain.
Hoover Dam
Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. View over the Hoover Dam and Lake Mead
Arizona, USA- October 10, 2011: Grand Canyon National Park, in northern Arizona, encompasses 278 miles of the Colorado River and adjacent uplands, is one of the most spectacular examples of erosion anywhere in the world. Grand Canyon National Park is a World Heritage Site. Here is the gorgeous view of the Colorado River on the bottom of the Grand Canyon.
A scenic shot of boats on the shore of a serene ocean
Penstock towers of Hoover dam on the border of Arizona and Nevada.
Hoover Dam on the border of U.S. States Nevada and Arizona. Mike O'Callaghan-Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge.
Lake Mojave looking from Davis Dam
Houseboat on a Lake in the desert at Lake Mead Nevada
A beautiful view of the Colorado River taken from the Parker dam.
Launch ramp at Lake Piru reservoir located in Los Padres National Forest and Topatopa Mountains of Ventura County, California.
Boatless marina and town on Columbia River during time of low water in central Washington state
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