Hoover Dam In May

by Emmy Marie Vickers

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Hoover Dam In May

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Emmy Marie Vickers

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Photograph - Photography

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Hoover Dam In May, a spectacular historical landmark!

Here is a view of the breathtaking Hoover Dam (formerly known as Boulder Dam). Did you know that the Hoover Dam produces a lot of hydroelectric power? Can you believe that the dam is 1,244 feet wide, 726 feet tall, and 660 feet wide at its base? That is pretty big.

Another fun fact: water flowing out of Lake Mead, which is the entire flow of the Colorado River, enters the dam and reaches a speed of 85 miles per hour by the time it reaches the turbines. The force of the water on the turbines creates tremendous amounts of electrical power. There are a total of 17 hydroelectric generators at the dam.

I took this photo May 2013 while on a very intense 10 day business trip. Hoover Dam is on the border of Arizona and Nevada. Absolutely awe-inspiring to see and experience. A photographer's heaven. I can't wait to revisit more of the Hoover Dam with my husband. Enjoy! Emmy Vickers,
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September 28th, 2013

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