Glen Canyon Bridge © 2010 Bo Mackison
Glen Canyon Dam built between 1956 and 1966, blocked the Colorado River near Page, Arizona, and provided electricity for parts of Arizona and Utah. It also created Lake Powell. The Glen Canyon Bridge crosses the river just south of the 710 foot high concrete dam.
Glen Canyon Dam and Lake Powell © 2010 Bo Mackison
There have been numerous environmental questions regarding the dam, including its effects on the health of the Colorado River habitat and the effects on the Grand Canyon which is located upstream of the dam. Lake Powell does provide numerous recreational opportunities, but most of the environmental impact studies point to the many negative consequences.
It’s an engineering site that is an amazing sight, but one wonders what the true costs of the construction will be in the long run.
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Rather amazing sight, particularly the bridge. I don’t think i would have joined the construction crew.
That was quite a piece of work. You got some excellent photos of it!
Whoa, pretty awesome photos. The bridge fascinates me. Love it!