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Dams Shift Earth's Poles, Impact Sea Level Projections

7/10/2025

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The construction of more than 6,800 dams since 1835 has shifted Earth's poles by 3.7 feet, altering the crust's position and triggering true polar wander. This groundbreaking research underscores the critical role dams play in global water distribution, urging a reevaluation of their impact on sea level rise projections.

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The construction of more than 6,800 dams since 1835 has shifted Earth's poles by 3.7 feet, altering the crust's position and triggering true polar wander. This groundbreaking research underscores the critical role dams play in global water distribution, urging a reevaluation of their impact on sea level rise projections.