Tatsuta polder sluice gates

The Tatsuta polder sluice gates feature four brick-built archways spanning 26 meters in length, 9.5 meters in width, and 8 meters in height.

Constructed between 1901 and 1902, these gates initially served as drainage facilities for agricultural purposes, directing water flow into the Nabeta River.

The structure received recognition as a tangible cultural property of Yatomi City in 1978, representing early modern Japanese engineering achievements.

The gates function as both a water control mechanism and a bridge, with wooden doors and lifting mechanisms managing water flow through brick-lined channels.

Despite initial drainage challenges, the structure adapted to serve as a reverse tide irrigation system, demonstrating engineering flexibility in water management.

Location: Aichi Prefecture

GPS coordinates: 35.10080,136.72700

Latest update: March 11, 2025 14:45