Hoover Dam’s Lake Mead reaches all-time low

Hoover Dam’s Lake Mead reaches all-time low

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, Geography, Biology

11th Grade - University

Hard

Created by

Quizizz Content

FREE Resource

Lake Mead, the largest US reservoir, has reached its lowest water level due to a prolonged drought, affecting water supply and energy production. The Hoover Dam's energy capacity has decreased by 25%, and further declines are expected. Las Vegas has banned non-functional grass to conserve water, as the Colorado River system faces historically low inflows.

Read more

5 questions

Show all answers

1.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What is the current water level percentage in Lake Mead?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF

2.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What historical event led to the formation of Lake Mead?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF

3.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

How much has the Hoover Dam's energy capacity dropped due to the water shortage?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF

4.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What measures has Las Vegas taken to conserve water amid the drought?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF

5.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What impact has the drought had on the Colorado River system?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF