Seven Wonders of the Modern World
Channel Tunnel - This idea dates back to 1802, but it
wasn't until 1994 that a tunnel under the English Channel was actually
completed.
CN Tower - CN Rail decided to build a new tower in the
city of Toronto to resolve commnications problems there. During planning they
realized they could make it the tallest building in the world.
Empire State Building - The beginning of
the 20th century was marked by a boom of building activity in the city of New
York. One building would soon rise above the rest: it would eventually be 1,454
feet in height and become an icon for the city and the 20th
century.
Golden Gate Bridge - They said it couldn't be built.
When the Golden Gate Bridge was finished in 1937 it was longest suspension
bridge in the on Earth and a wonder of the modern world.
Itaipu Dam - This South American megadam has put out more
electricity than any other dam in history.
Panama Canal - Since the 14th century man had
dreamed of a way to connect the Atlantic Ocean with the Pacific. It wasn't until
1914 that a massive engineering project would make this vision come
true.
Netherlands North Sea Protection Works - At the
beginning of the 20th century the Dutch started on a series of immense projects
to enlarge and secure their land against the sea. It took nearly a century to
complete.
In addition to the seven
wonders the ASCE has also designated more than 200 projects throughout the world
as civil engineering landmarks that illustrate the creativity and innovative
spirit of civil engineers.
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