Hoover Dam
- Address:Hwy. 93, Boulder City
- Hours:Open daily 9am - 6pm
- Admission:Visitor Center $8
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Hoover Dam (also known as Boulder Dam) is one of the largest in America.
It was built between 1931 and 1936 across Black Canyon and above the mighty Colorado River. It's a
national historical landmark with remarkable views of the Colorado
River, Lake Mead, and the canyons and valleys surrounding it. Needless to say, Hoover
Dam is a must-see attraction.
The dam is named after Herbert
Hoover, the U.S. president who agreed to have the dam built so that Nevada, California, and Arizona could increase irrigation waters and manage flood waters, and create hydroelectric-power. It was
built in just five years - an impressive feat, considering the dam
is made of enough concrete to pave a road from New York to California.
Hoover Dam stands 726 feet (220 m) above the Colorado River. The observation deck set above the dam provides scenic, 360-degree views
of the Colorado River and nearby Lake Mead. Visitors can also tour through the
inside of the dam, entering into the inspection tunnels. It is here
that you’ll encounter inspection markings written on the walls over 70 years ago.
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we were very pleased with the tour to Grand Canyon and Hoover Dam as it was very much explained to the detail of exciting points..very good...
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PERFECT! Loved it; everything about it. The bus trip was comfortable, the Grand Canyon and Hoover Dam was AWESOME, the buffet lunch was great. Would definitely recommend to others!
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My wife and I highly recommend this trip. Kevin our driver was very courteous and knowledgeable of the entire area we travelled. We are amazed at the Grand Canyon and the Hoover Dam and will have these memories for ever. This is a terrific tour facility and they use quality motor coaches for your comfort. Highly Recommended
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Hoover Dam is 30 miles (48 km) southeast of Las Vegas, on the border of Arizona and Nevada. More than 1 million people visit Hoover Dam each year. On summer weekends expect long lines and heavy traffic to/from the area.
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