The Bureau of Reclamation Photographs of the Hoover Dam and Boulder City, Nevada depict the construction of the Hoover (Boulder) Dam and the development of Boulder City, Nevada from 1869 to 1974, with a bulk of the materials dating from 1929 to 1940. The photographs primarily depict the construction operations in Black Canyon, including digging tunnels, pouring concrete, building the power plant, and inspections by Bureau of Reclamation engineers. The photographs also depict Boulder City, including schools, workers, and dormitories. The collection also includes photographs of St. Thomas, Nevada, Lake Mead, Nelson’s Landing, Nevada, and an archaeological excavation near Lake Mohave, Nevada.
The Boulder City, Nevada photographs depict the city of Boulder City, Nevada from approximately 1930 to 1990. The photographs primarily depict the citizens of Boulder City at social or political events. The photographs also include Nevada politicians such as United States Senator Howard Cannon and United States Representative James Santini.
Archival Collection
Elton and Madelaine Garrett Photograph and Architectural Drawing Collection
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Collection Number: PH-00265 Collection Name: Elton and Madelaine Garrett Photograph and Architectural Drawing Collection Box/Folder: N/A