This post is for those interested in engineering and for an appreciation of math without calculators. On our vacation we were educated in the art of dam construction. An added benefit was the copious use of the word "Dam" in several contexts, courtesy of our tour guide. You can imagine the 7 year old's reaction.
The Hoover Dam, formerly the Boulder City Dam, was built prior to the use of many modern inventions. This feat alone is impressive. Check out the measurement technique.
Inside the dam there are several "spacious" tunnels and stairwells.
With a few air vents.
And, can you say understatement?
Especially when considering these...
We also had the privilege of marveling at the resultant man made lake, Lake Mead.
And the Tillman Bridge, which was built solely for traffic congestion purposes. Interesting fact, the tour guides have been asked if you can fish off the bridge....hmmmm.
Another interesting fact? The tour was interesting enough to keep both kids fully engaged...and allowed them to push the elevator buttons....which is apparently a very big deal.
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