Canada's Ontario Hydro-Electric Power Commission and the US Army Corps of Engineers launch $17.5 million project to stop

The video discusses a joint U.S.-Canada project to preserve Niagara Falls, focusing on the erosion of the Horseshoe Falls. The project involves constructing a control dam to manage water flow and using water for power production. The initiative aims to conserve the natural beauty of Niagara Falls while enhancing its utility for power generation.

Who are the key figures responsible for the Niagara Falls conservation project?

• General Patton and Thomas Edison

• General Sturgis and Robert H. Saunders

• General Sturgis and Thomas Edison

• General Patton and Robert H. Saunders

What is the main cause of concern that prompted the conservation project at Niagara Falls?

• Loss of aquatic life

• Decrease in tourist visits

• Erosion of the giant cataract

• Pollution in the water

What is the purpose of the 1,500-foot control dam in the Niagara Falls project?

• To prevent flooding

• To create a new tourist attraction

• To generate electricity

• To spread water more evenly

How long is the program to place the control dam expected to last?

• Two years

• Three years

• Four years

• Five years

What is one of the key goals of the Niagara Falls conservation project besides preserving the falls?

• Effective use of water for power production

• Building a new visitor center

• Enhancing water quality

• Increasing fish population