Amekawa Dam
Amekawa Dam (Japanese: 雨川ダム) is a check dam on Ame river in Saku, Nagano Prefecture, Japan. The primary purpose is reducing water flow velocity to counteract erosion. It is also used for water supply.
| Amekawa Dam | |
|---|---|
 Amekawa Dam | |
| Country | Japan |
| Location | Saku, Nagano |
| Coordinates | 36°11′5″N 138°33′8″E |
| Purpose | Multi-purpose |
| Status | Operational |
| Construction began | 1971 |
| Opening date | November 30, 1974 |
| Dam and spillways | |
| Type of dam | Gravity dam |
| Impounds | Amekawa |
| Height (thalweg) | 28 m |
| Length | 126 m |
| Dam volume | 38,000 m3 |
| Reservoir | |
| Total capacity | 800,000 m3 |
| Surface area | 8.9 ha |
| Maximum water depth | 28 m |
The pole of inaccessibility of Japan lies near this dam.
See also
References
- Saku City's "Guide to Amekawa Dam" (Local Information Board)
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