Daily News Article - October 18, 2010
1. For what purpose was the Hoover Dam bypass Bridge built?
2. List the following facts about the bypass bridge found in the article:
a) height
b) length
c) concrete columns
d) cost
e) number of years actual construction time
f) number of workers involved
3. What was significant about the date of the bypass bridge dedication?
4. Studies recommending that a bypass bridge be built have been done since 1968. When was the plan for the bypass bridge approved by the Federal Highway Administration?
5. What is the official name of the bypass bridge? Explain.