Scenic spot introduction:
The Hoover Dam is an arch-type gravity man-made concrete dam and a world-famous water conservancy project. The dam is 220 meters high, 200 meters wide at the bottom, 14 meters wide at the top, and 377 meters long. It has comprehensive benefits such as flood control, irrigation, power generation, shipping, and water supply. The reservoir formed by the dam is called Lake Mead, with a total storage capacity of 34.85 billion cubic meters. The installed capacity of the hydropower station was originally 1.34 million kW, but it has now been expanded to 2.08 million kW and is planned to reach 2.452 million kW. Construction began in April 1931, was completed in March 1936, and the first unit officially generated electricity in October 1936. The Colorado River below the dam was originally the deepest and most turbulent river in the United States, but now it flows slowly like a tamed beast. The Hoover Dam is located in the northwest of Arizona. Interstate 93 Black Canyon is located on the northwestern border of Nevada and Arizona.Best time to visit:
Best in summer.
Scenic spot location:
America>United States
How to get there:
Self-driving:
1. For tourists living in the north of STRIP or in the city center:
At the south end of North Las Vegas Boulevard (near South Las Vegas Boulevard), turn onto the 515 Freeway and go southeast.
Continue on Highway 93 and you will reach the Hoover Dam.
2. For tourists staying in the center and south of the STRIP:
Go south (north) on the STRIP and find Flamingo Road (FLAMINGO RD) or Tropicana Avenue (TROPICANA AVE) and turn
East, turn onto Highway 515 and head southeast when you see the Highway 515 sign, and then follow the same route as above.
Driving time: about half an hour
Scenic area map:
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Hoover Dam Ticket Prices:
Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for seniors, $5 for children aged 7-16, and free for children 6 and under.
Visitors are only allowed on the water.
Parking fee: $7, must be paid in cash.
Scenic area opening hours:
Parking lot: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Visitor Center: 9:00 am— 5:00 pm Open year-round except Thanksgiving and Christmas.
