NOVA — Season 1, Episode 2: Where Did the Colorado Go?
Documentary • 55 min • 53 seasons, 1020 episodes • ★ 7.0/10
Episode synopsis
NOVA explores the mighty Colorado River which today has become the life-blood of the Southwest, providing water and electricity to the farms and cities of California, Nevada, and Arizona. The program examines the political expediency and technological over-optimism that has led to some major miscalculations of the river's capacity.
About NOVA
PBS' premier science series helps viewers of all ages explore the science behind the headlines. Along the way, NOVA demystifies science and technology, and highlights the people involved in scientific pursuits.
More episodes from Season 1
- E1The Making Of A Natural History Film
- E3Whales, Dolphins, and Men
- E4The Search For Life
- E5Last of the Cuiva
- E6Strange Sleep
- E7The Crab Nebula
- E8Bird Brain: The Mystery of Bird Navigation
- E9Are You Doing This for Me, Doctor?
- E10The First Signs Of Washoe
- E11The Case of the Midwife Toad
- E12Fusion: The Energy of Promise
- E13The Mystery Of The Anasazi