Glen Canyon Dam

Glen Canyon Dam is a major concrete dam located on the Colorado River in northern Arizona, completed in 1966. It creates Lake Powell, one of the largest artificial lakes in the U.S., providing water storage, hydroelectric power, and recreation. The dam plays a key role in managing river water for agriculture, urban use, and environmental conservation. It also helps control flooding downstream. The dam's construction was controversial due to its impact on natural landscapes and indigenous sites, sparking ongoing debates about water management and ecological preservation in the region.