The dam is named for Glen Canyon, a series of deep sandstone gorges now flooded by the reservoir; Lake Powell is named for John Wesley Powell, who in 1869 led the first expedition to traverse the Colorado River's Grand Canyon by boat.

Formed by the waters of the Colorado River behind Glen Canyon Dam, Lake Powell’s 1,960 miles of winding shoreline (when full) and 186 mile-length make it the second-largest reservoir in the United States.

Lake Powell And So Much More! Encompassing over 1.25 million acres, Glen Canyon National Recreation Area offers unparalleled opportunities for water-based & backcountry recreation.

Lake Powell was created by the flooding of Glen Canyon by the Glen Canyon Dam, which also led to the 1972 creation of Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, a popular summer destination of public land managed by the National Park Service.

Glen Canyon Dam is located near Page (AZ). Tours, map, admission fee, hours and the overlook of the Lake Powell Dam.

2024年1月15日 · Based on the current forecast for water year 2025 of 7.83 maf unregulated inflow volume, the January 24-Month Study projects Lake Powell elevation will end water year 2025 near 3576.12 feet with approximately 8.99 maf in storage (39 percent of capacity).

2024年4月17日 · But now, with Lake Powell, the reservoir behind the dam, at a near-record low due to climate change and steady demand for water, these pipes could be a lot more important. If Lake Powell...

Step aboard our new tour boat for a 90-minute scenic cruise through Wahweap Bay to Glen Canyon Dam, the second-largest concrete arch dam in the U.S. With breathtaking views and fascinating history, this tour offers the perfect mix of beauty and information.

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A breathtaking man-made reservoir on the Colorado River, Lake Powell straddles Utah and Arizona. Created by the Glen Canyon Dam, it is part of Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, attracting visitors for its stunning landscapes and recreational opportunities.