In 1993, China undertook construction of the largest hydroelectric dam in the world, spanning the scenic Three Gorges region of China. It is a highly controversial project and not expected to be completed until 2009.
1.9 million people were displaced. Many archeological and cultural sites were lost. The effects on the evnironment will not be fully known for years.
If you click on the title of this post, you'll be directed to the page at www.answers.com for the Three Gorges Dam.
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