[ronnietherocket3]

it holds back up to 2.9 trillion gallons

What would happen if they were to allow some of this water out? Say let it out slowly so that over a year it goes down to a more reasonable amount?

[Ozark Tom]

Reportedly, the gates to release water are mechanically linked to synchronously move. One is hopelessly jammed and as all are linked, all are prevented from moving.

Low bid project???