The first time I visited Lake Powell, the experience took my breath away. An over-used expression but quite right in this case. It truly is an incredible place. It was "made" in 1963, with the building of the Glen Canyon Dam. It took 17 years to reach its full height of water in June 1980, and the results are quite spectacular. This photo shows the pink and beige rocks going straight down into the clear, blue, fresh water from the Colorado River. You can also see the "bath ring" which shows the maximum level, which was once achieved again in 2000. The level is dictated by the run off and also the amount of snow melt that flows into the Colorado. As with us here in Big Bear, there is a constant fight against the infestation of the Zebra mussel, and inspections are carried out on all boats entering the 266 square miles of water.
I was lucky to spend two separate visits with some terrific male friends back in the 90's. I hope to go back again before too long.
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