Lake Mead, named after one of the people who oversaw the construction of the dam.
Lake Mead is the reservoir lake formed in Arizona and Nevada by Hoover Dam.
The Hoover Dam, also called Boulder Dam, generates electricity and provides flood control. It also creates a large lake used as a water reservoir and for recreational purposes.
Reservoir
Hoover Dam was originally called Boulder Dam.
This is Lake Mead, which is the largest reservoir in the United States.
This is Lake Mead, which is the largest reservoir in the United States.
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After Hoover Dam's construction was completed in 1936.
Colorado River
The Hoover Dam was constructed to control flooding on the Colorado River and to generate electricity. As part of that function, it created a large lake that serves as a water reservoir and a recreational facility.
Hoover Dam was originally known as "Boulder Dam."
It is called Hoover Dam.