Dams

Away from the crowds of fishing enthusiasts, take a hike deep into the woods and journey into an eerie darkness.

Once the largest gravity dam in the world.

An old railroad grade built for the construction of Hoover Dam is now a recreational trail featuring several tunnels and sweeping views of Lake Mead.

A hidden slot canyon in the southern Nevada desert makes an unexpected oasis and scenic hike.

This 18th-century project to build the world's tallest gravity dam was never completed.

The disdain for this dysfunctional dam is reflected in a giant pair of scissors painted on the concrete face.

Although built to generate electricity for Marylanders, this dam has become an all-you-can-eat buffet for American bald eagles.

In an arid region, this beautiful lake in the Aravalli hills is an unexpected delight.

The first steel dam in the world and the only one still functional in the United States.

An unnatural lake in a naturally beautiful setting.

At the time of its construction, this hydroelectric power plant was the largest in the world.

This iconic sluice gate is a favorite haunt for joggers, fishing enthusiasts, and even ghost hunters.

Queensland's largest dam includes a winding spillway that offers drivers a mesmerizing sight.

This memorial pays homage to the Royal Air Force squadron that breached two important dams during World War II.

This highly decorated dam is one of Guanajuato's most unexpectedly beautiful public works.

This outdoor exhibit features a historic wooden dam once used to help boats navigate the Ohio River.

The ruins stand as a somber reminder of France’s worst civil catastrophe of the 20th century.

This dazzlingly turquoise mountain lake was created in the wake of a natural disaster.