The Three Gorges Dam, located in Sandouping, China, is the world's largest hydroelectric power station by installed capacity. Spanning the Yangtze River, the dam is a monumental feat of engineering, stretching about 2,335 meters (7,660 feet) in length and standing 185 meters (607 feet) tall. Completed in 2012, the dam serves multiple purposes including flood control, power generation, and improved river navigation.
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