The most important dam you probably haven't heard of
- Written by Jennifer Drake, Assistant Professor of Civil Engineering, University of Toronto
Large dams are major nation-building projects. They harness power to generate energy, provide water for large-scale irrigation and can help control flooding. And politicians often describe them as symbols of national power and technical prowess.
The early 20th century is known as the “golden age” of dam building in the United States....
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