Lake Mead’s falling waters uncover the lost town of St. Thomas
St. Thomas looks like a desert ruin today, but its broken foundations once sat beneath more than 60 feet of Lake Mead’s water. The Nevada community was abandoned as Hoover Dam transformed the Colorado River and created the nation’s largest reservoir by capacity. Decades later, declining water levels exposed streets,
About Me
Oliver Brown
Growing up in America, I was always curious about what made each state unique, from its people and culture to the stories and places that shape everyday life. That curiosity inspired me to create Decidel, a place where readers can discover America through news, travel, local experiences, and practical insights.
