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The Scientists and Their Science 1

hen you think of civil engineering, think big. Think bridges, dams, tunnels, airports, highways, roads, water systems, man- made islands, and other infrastructure projects. Civil engi- neers design, construct, and maintain these structures. That’s not all. Every time you drink water from the tap or flush the toilet, you also have civil engineers to thank. They design and create sys- tems that protect and move our water supply and treat sewage. They build enormous dams (such as the Hoover Dam in Nevada, pictured at left). The next time you’re at a Major League Baseball game, give a cheer for the civil engineers who built the stadium. Civil engineers also build public buildings, such as arts centers, libraries, police stations, and more.

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