Frequently Asked Questions
Contact Us
The Hoover Dam
Why was Hoover Dam Built?
Building the Dam
Naming of the Dam
Hoover Dam Today
Statistics
Visitor's Activities
Flora & Fauna
General Information
Drive Yourself
WHY THE HOOVER DAM WAS BUILT?
Geologists and Hydrologists
who surveyed to determine the
best area to dam the mighty Colorado River waters initially determined that Boulder Canyon was going to be
the site for the dam. The government pursued bids for the building project. This project was so demanding
that one construction company would not be 
Viewing this magnificent, massive man made structure
creates a respect for man's accomplishments. The strong desire to harness nature's power drove
the human mind and body to build a dam in the hottest, driest area of the United States. People
wanting to irrigate low lying plains, known as low desert areas, without suffering from flooding
and the battle over water made it obvious to the United States government that the Colorado River
was part of the solution. (Right photo shows explosions preparing for
construction.)
capable enough to solely build the dam. Therefore, six
of the largest United States construction companies worked together to acquire the bid. This sealed
the deal and construction started in 1931 with the arrival of dam builders from all over the
country. (Left photo shows the intake tunnel outlet.)
Any questions, please email sales@hooverdamtourcompany.com
