Episode 6- Hoover Dam historical landmark and film icon used in Transformers (2007) Directed by: Michael Bay also, known as the Boulder Dam. Puppet Hound Z gives a tour of the new and improved historical landmark and even takes a look at the new over pass bridge dedicated and named: Mike O’ Callaghan-Pat Tillman Memorial bridge. The Hoover Dam weighs 6.6 million tons. The Hoover Dam began being built in 1931 and was completed in 1936 as seen in the introduction of this film. The Dam was used in films such as, Superman The Movie (1978) directed by Richard Donner and Transformers (2007) Directed by: Michael Bay. The Dam is named in honor of late Herbert Clarke Hoover the 31st president of the United States of America thus turning itself into an American National Icon. Since the new bridge is up it save close to 20-30 minutes travel time. For the security checks and slow speed limits on the actual Dam are limited to around 25-45 MPH. There is also extensive security check points since post 9/11 incident. Tours are also not as extensive as they used to be. But the introduction of the new Hoover Dam Bridge has now brought new attraction to the amazing historical landmark. Go check it out it’s free, fun and beautiful sight to see. Plus they filmed Transformers there so what other reason do you need. Official Government sponsored sites, Hoover Dam Official Website: -www.usbr.gov Mike O’ Callaghan & Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge: usgovinfo.about.com Subscribe to Puppet Hound Z Show …
Here’s a tilt shift video I created while I was at Hoover Dam this past week. Hoover Dam is located on the boarder of Nevada and Arizona. It’s about 36 miles from the Vegas strip Tilt Shift is done by Benson Ma. Pictures captured by Benson Ma. Tilt Shift is done using Sony Vegas. Tilt shift tutorial sony vegas
This video chronicles the remarkable history of the Hoover Dam Bypass through a timeline and interviews with the talented professionals who made it a reality.
I am seeking additional information about the rock crumbling underneath and around the footings of this skybridge. I would hate to take my family there and have this thing give out why below the original specifications of weight tolerances.
It has been planned since the 1960’s and under construction for five years. Now the Hoover Dam Bypass Bridge is finally complete. The Mike O’Callaghan-Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge memorializes two of Nevada and Arizona’s most honored citizens.
Click2Vegas.com – Time Lapse Video of Hoover Dam Bypass Bridge, used with permission from the Hoover Dam Bypass Project. Now referred to as the Mike O’Callaghan-Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge connecting Arizona to Nevada and bypassing Hoover Dam. The drive from Phoenix to Vegas just got 30 minutes shorter. When in Vegas check with Click2Vegas.com for tickets. Video shared for educational purposes.
Become an affiliate of ours at www.MustSee.biz The Hoover Dam Bypass Bridge’s 1060 foot twin-rib concrete arch is connecting! Here’s what it looks like on August 1st, 2009. The Colorado River Bridge is the central portion of the Hoover Dam Bypass Project. When completed in 2010, the Hoover dam bypass bridge will span Black Canyon (about 1600 feet south of the Hoover Dam), connecting the Arizona and Nevada Approach highways nearly 900-feet above the Colorado River.
A soaring bridge that will let drivers bypass Hoover Dam – and steer clear of its security checkpoints and gawking tourists – is set to open after nearly eight years and $240 million worth of work. (Oct. 14)
Vegas is a great place to plan a trip to the canyon. You got the West Rim and the South Rim to choose from. Daily departures. Lots of great combo trips (boat ride, Skywalk, ATV trips), too. So take a Grand Canyon helicopter tour and see this Seventh Wonder of the World...
Grand Canyon Bus
The most economical way to see the Grand Canyon? The bus, of course. These luxury motor coaches get you there in comfort and style. All-inclusive, they come with lunch and free hotel shuttle service. Grand Canyon bus tours are a great day trip. This is definitely a "must-do" Las Vegas activity.
Grand Canyon Airplanes
Take a canyon plane ride and see it in comfort. These flight are fast, too. From Vegas, the South Rim is just 45 minutes! Planes seat up to 19 people and are have been customized from nose to tail for sightseeing. Take a Grand Canyon plane ride and you'll see in 50 minutes what would take days on the ground.
Looking for a fabulous Vegas activity? Take a helicopter! Choppers are the only way to see The Strip, The West Rim, Hoover Dam and more! Nothing beats getting airborne when visiting Sin City. Go here for more info about Las Vegas helicopters... first...
