When it comes to dams, there are plenty to consider. There is China’s Three Gorges Dam that is so big that it slows the earth’s rotation. There is another Chinese dam whose […]
Interesting, Curious, and Freaky Facts about the Mighty Hoover Dam
The Dam So Big That It Slows Earth’s Rotation
If you aren’t particularly interested in dams, you might think that the day passes more slowly if you have to spend much time contemplating them. There is, however, a direct correlation between […]
The Worst Structural Failure in History Was Kept a Secret for 30 Years
When the Hindenburg exploded in 1937, killing 36 people, it made headlines around the world and earned a lasting place in history. Titanic’s sinking, causing the death of more than 1,500 people […]
Busy Beavers Make World’s Largest Dam
The world’s largest dam isn’t man-made; it was built by beavers and is still under construction. Located in Wood Buffalo National Park in Alberta, Canada, beavers began constructing their dam in 1975. […]
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