In this video, we will see how the largest dam in the world works and whether it performs its main function. Over the past 2,000 years, China's Yangtze River has caused devastating floods more ...

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is currently working to modernize the New Cumberland Locks and Dam. The project includes replacing old and outdated lock chambers with newer, larger ones to allow for ...

Each dam has designated caretakers who maintain the dam. This work includes mowing, pruning and clearing trees and brush near the dam, and removing debris from the conduits and spillways.