Water has proven to be a valuable asset in the production of electricity. The great need of energy in economical quantity, due to increased industry and population growth. Hydroelectricity is used worldwide where there is a means and a need for energy. Hydroelectric dams are very high-tech but simple machines. A dam holds back water, creating a reservoir of potential power. On the upper side of the dam, a water gate is opened to let …showed first 75 words of 597 total…

…showed last 75 words of 597 total…fuel resources are diminishing quickly; therefore we must find a cheap fuel substitute quickly. One of the choices is waterpower, and is a reasonable possibility. Water is a renewable resource with over 70% of the earth being covered by it. Using it as a means of energy has proven to be successful and costly. Oroville Dam provides water and electricity throughout California, playing an important part of the success of agriculture, water quality, and human needs.