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Where is Lake Mead? A Guide to Location, History, and Recreational Opportunities

Introduction to Lake Mead and Its History Lake Mead is a man-made reservoir located in the Mojave Desert of southern Nevada and northwestern Arizona. It was created by the construction of the Hoover Dam, which is situated on the Colorado River at the border of Arizona and Nevada. The lake was named after Elwood Mead, who was a pioneer in…