Catastrophic Flooding
The failure of the Hoover Dam would result in a massive release of water downstream, causing catastrophic flooding in the surrounding areas.
Devastation of Infrastructure
The sudden release of water would damage roads, bridges, buildings, and other infrastructure in its path.
Loss of Life
The sudden surge of water from a dam failure could kill people downstream.
Environmental Impact
A dam failure would disrupt ecosystems, damage wildlife habitats, and contaminate water sources.
Economic Fallout:
A dam failure would destroy critical infrastructure, businesses, and agricultural land, causing long-term financial damage to the region.
Emergency Response and Recovery
A dam failure would require rapid evacuation, search and rescue, and long-term recovery plans to rebuild affected communities.