Hoover-Damm, der Baumeister
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4050 x 2834 px | 34,3 x 24 cm | 13,5 x 9,4 inches | 300dpiAufnahmedatum:
11. Februar 2016Ort:
Boulder City, NV, United StatesWeitere Informationen:
Hoover Dam: A Marvel of Engineering and Human Tenacity The Hoover Dam, an iconic structure nestled in the Black Canyon of the Colorado River, stands as a testament to human ingenuity, resilience, and vision. Constructed during the Great Depression, this colossal concrete arch-gravity dam straddles the border between Nevada and Arizona in the United States. Let us delve into the fascinating story of this engineering marvel. Origins and Purpose In the early 20th century, the Colorado River posed significant challenges: it flooded unpredictably, wreaking havoc downstream, and its waters were untamed, limiting agricultural development. The Hoover Dam emerged as a solution—a multifaceted project designed to address power generation, flood control, water storage, and recreation. Construction and Dedication Groundbreaking commenced in 1931, and over the next five years, thousands of workers toiled tirelessly. President Franklin D. Roosevelt dedicated the dam on September 30, 1935, marking a historic achievement. The dam’s height, equivalent to a 60-story building, made it the tallest in the world at the time. Its base, as wide as two football fields, anchored it firmly against the Colorado River’s force. Technical Specifications Height: Soaring 726.4 feet (221.4 meters) above the riverbed. Length: Stretching 1, 244 feet (379 meters) across the canyon. Volume: A staggering 3, 250, 000 cubic yards (2, 480, 000 cubic meters) of concrete. Spillways: Two controlled drum-gate spillways and a side channel, capable of handling 400, 000 cubic feet per second (11, 000 cubic meters per second). Lake Mead: The Reservoir The Hoover Dam impounds the Colorado River, creating Lake Mead, an artificial lake that extends 115 miles (185 kilometers) upstream. With a total capacity of 28, 537, 000 acre-feet (35.2 cubic kilometers), Lake Mead ranks among the largest reservoirs globally. Its azure waters beckon tourists and water enthusiasts alike. Created with AI
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