How does Glen Canyon Dam work? Water levels at Lake Powell determine how much water can pass through Glen Canyon Dam into the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon. A minumum amount of water is required for water releases and power generation. The depth of Lake Powell is measured as the elevation above sea level. View the infographic ›
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