How Long to Read The Story of Big Creek

How Long Does it Take to Read The Story of Big Creek?

It takes the average reader 5 hours and 51 minutes to read The Story of Big Creek by David H. Redinger

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

Nature never intended Southern California to be anything but desert, so they said. But settlers turned it into farms, factories and living areas for millions of people. The key to that development was 300 miles north, in the High Sierra, where the company that became the Southern California Edison Company undertook the creation of one of the great water power developments in the world. They called it Big Creek. Completed in 1929, this work of engineering art involved six dams, eight tunnels (one 13 miles long), three major artificial lakes and five powerhouses—all created to ensure electric power for a rapidly growing Los Angeles and suburbs. Author David H. Redinger was Resident Engineer for the Big Creek Hydroelectric Project, one of the most extensive in the world. In this fascinating book, he recounts the obstacles encountered in building a railroad in the High Sierra, from carving roads and tunnels through rough terrain, to enduring snowstorms at high altitudes, and generally accomplishing near-miracles with brainpower, mulepower, steampower, and manpower.

How long is The Story of Big Creek?

The Story of Big Creek by David H. Redinger is 339 pages long, and a total of 87,801 words.

This makes it 114% the length of the average book. It also has 107% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Story of Big Creek Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 7 hours and 59 minutes to read The Story of Big Creek aloud.

What Reading Level is The Story of Big Creek?

The Story of Big Creek is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

Where Can I Buy The Story of Big Creek?

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