China's Great Dam

Modern Marvels: Season 7: Episode 25

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Engineering Disasters: Disc 4
China's Great Dam

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A&E | History | The History Channel | Air Date: September 13, 2000
Summary: Modern Marvels takes a look at China's Great Dam. Visible from space, almost half a mile wide and 607 feet tall, it's certainly an engineering feat, but at what cost? The social and environmental issues - especially the flooding of many towns, cities and the Three Gorges - must be balanced against the energy needs and benefits for theModern Marvels takes a look at China's Great Dam. Visible from space, almost half a mile wide and 607 feet tall, it's certainly an engineering feat, but at what cost? The social and environmental issues - especially the flooding of many towns, cities and the Three Gorges - must be balanced against the energy needs and benefits for the world's fastest growing country. Expand
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