89 years ago, the Hoover Dam began generating electricity for Los Angeles

Around this time, 89 years ago, the Hoover Dam began supplying electricity to the city of Los Angeles. Finished in 1935 and ...
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Solar Growth Cushions Colorado River Hydropower Declines

Explore the impact of drought on Colorado River hydropower output as Arizona officials assess water policies under rising ...
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What’s Driving You Crazy? – Happy birthday to the Hoover Dam bypass bridge

Happy birthday to the Hoover Dam Bypass Bridge. It was 15 years ago this week that what’s officially known as the “Mike ...

A look back at the Hoover Dam 89 years later

Around this time, 89 years ago, the Hoover Dam began supplying electricity to the city of Los Angeles. Finished in 1935 and located along the Nevada and Arizona state lines, the concrete arch ...
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On This Day in History: The Hoover Dam began generating power

LAS VEGAS (FOX5) — September 11, 1936 was an electrifying date for Southern Nevada. On this day Hoover Dam began generating power to the area. Lake Mead began filling with water in February of 1935, ...
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How the Hoover Dam Actually Works

Explore the fascinating workings of the Hoover Dam, including its significance to America, design, location, and construction process. Understand its operational mechanics, environmental impact, and ...