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Mexico, The Dam at San Luis Potosi
Mexico, The Opening of the Dam at San Luis Potosi Date: circa 1906
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Ceremony Control Crowds Luis Management Mexico On Lookers Opening Potosi Reservoir Spectators
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This evocative photograph captures the historic moment of the opening ceremony for the San Luis Potosi Dam in Mexico, circa 1906. Located in the San Luis Potosi state, this dam was a significant engineering feat of its time, designed to control and manage the waters of the San Juan River. The dam's construction began in 1902 and took several years to complete. The image is filled with a sense of excitement and anticipation as the crowd gathers to witness the momentous occasion. Spectators, both local and from afar, are seen dressed in their finest attire, eagerly looking on from the banks of the reservoir. The dam's management team, dressed in formal attire, are seen at the center of the action, ready to release the waters that had been held back for months. The dam's opening marked a turning point for the region, providing much-needed water control and irrigation for the arid lands of San Luis Potosi. The dam's construction also brought about economic growth and development to the area, making it an essential infrastructure project for the region. The photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into a time when such engineering feats were celebrated as significant milestones in human progress. The dam's opening ceremony was not only a testament to the ingenuity and determination of the engineers who built it but also to the community that came together to witness and celebrate this momentous occasion.
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