"Among the most utilized waterways in the world, the Yangtze River is also one of the most volatile. This program sheds light on humanity's efforts to tame the river, most notably the Three Gorges Dam, and resulting ecological problems. These include the displacement of thousands and the alteration of silt flow, geological formations, and fish stock levels" -- Container.

Title from disc label. "How waterways cradle and confound human society"--Container. Originally produced in 2007.