I didn't realize when I took my dad here it would be a big talking point for him later. We drove right up and in with no waiting. We went May 17 and there were tour buses with kids just arriving.
We got out and walked to see the tour, but none of us wanted to wait for the security lines to die down. We were happy taking pictures for the edge. I think realizing how much work went into this dam made it an interesting thing to go see while in the area.
I am glad we went and can now have a perspective on the size and area when I see it on tv.