- Engineering challenges: The construction of the Hoover Dam was a massive engineering challenge. The dam had to be built in a remote location, and the workers had to contend with extreme temperatures, lack of resources, and other challenges.
- Cultural significance: The Hoover Dam is a National Historic Landmark and a National Civil Engineering Landmark. It is also a popular tourist destination, with over 1 million visitors per year.
- Maintenance: The Hoover Dam is maintained by the Bureau of Reclamation, a federal agency responsible for managing the dam and the water it impounds. The dam is inspected regularly, and maintenance work is performed to ensure its continued operation.
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