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Hoover Dam, challenged by drought, now wears a U.S. flag the size of a football field

Hoover Dam unveils a 150-by-300-foot illuminated U.S. flag to mark the nation’s 250th anniversary.
The display is expected to stay through July 4, weather allowing, visible from U.S. Route 93.
Wind gusts prompted a temporary lowering of the flag before it was raised again.
The project cost between $750,000 and $1 million, funded by the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority.
Officials describe the installation as the most ambitious long-duration display at Hoover Dam.
The flag is powered by dam-generated electricity and stands on the dam’s south-facing side.
The display has drawn attention amid drought concerns over Lake Mead’s water levels impacting hydropower.
The display drew on a tradition of flags used for celebrations at major sports events previously.
Authorities recommended monitoring updates via Hoover Dam’s social channels for status changes.
The display involves multiple agencies and crews, including riggers and cranes.

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