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Disney, Oklahoma
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Stretching over a mile long, Pensacola Dam features 51 arches and 21 spillways, making it a remarkable feat of engineering.
Built between 1938 and 1940, the dam was a major project of the New Deal era, providing jobs during the Great Depression.
The dam was designed by W.R. Holway, a renowned civil engineer known for his innovative designs in hydroelectric power.
The dam creates Grand Lake O' the Cherokees, a popular spot for boating, fishing, and other water activities.
The dam's construction led to the creation of the town of Disney, Oklahoma, which was named after the project's chief engineer, Wesley E. Disney.
The area surrounding the dam is home to diverse wildlife, including bald eagles, which can often be seen soaring above the lake.
It is the primary structure in the Grand River Dam Authority's system, which provides electricity to much of northeastern Oklahoma.
