Everything to know about seeing Hoover Dam, including the security checkpoint, whether there's a lot of walking and how to ...

People came from across the country to witness the construction of Hoover Dam. One worker's daughter compared the scene to a hill of ants. "It was just fantastic to watch... It was a monument task ...

The Bureau of Reclamation opens bids for the construction of Boulder (Hoover) Dam and Power Plant. The contract is awarded to Six Companies, a construction and engineering firm made up of some of ...

Saturday commemorates the 89th anniversary of the Hoover Dam's completed construction, considered by most experts "a modern miracle" and one of the most visited sites in the world. The 726-foot ...

Visitors can choose between two guided tours: the Power Plant Tour and the Dam Tour. Tours often sell out, so arrive early or purchase tickets in advance. A visit to Hoover Dam, that iconic ...

Sitting about 35 miles southeast of Las Vegas, the Hoover Dam spans the Colorado River and the Black Canyon (which separates Nevada and Arizona). The immense concrete structure – which confines ...

Yes, Hoover Dam tours can fill up and sell out, especially on weekends and during peak travel seasons. You can buy tickets for the Power Plant Tour online in advance. The Dam Tour is first come ...