Nevada’s $16 Billion Plan to Pump the Pacific Ocean Inland

Imagine turning part of the Pacific Ocean into a massive inland sea in the heart of the Nevada desert. That’s the bold vision behind a speculative $16 billion mega project dubbed the “Pacific Pipeline.” The plan proposes pumping desalinated seawater over 170 miles inland, flooding ancient desert basins to reshape the American West.

But is this a visionary solution to water scarcity—or a dangerous fantasy?

In this in-depth video, we break down how the Pacific Pipeline would work, why its economic promises are tempting, and how evaporation, salinity, and ecological risk could doom the project. Along the way, we revisit the cautionary tale of California’s Salton Sea and explore why most mega water projects fail.

This isn’t just a story about engineering—it's about ambition, environmental limits, and learning from history before repeating its mistakes.

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Disclaimer:
This video is for educational and commentary purposes only. It explores a speculative infrastructure concept and uses publicly available information, analysis, and historical examples to discuss its feasibility. No part of this video should be interpreted as an endorsement or official proposal. All opinions expressed are those of the content creator.