Susobana Dam

The Susobana Dam features a curved concrete structure that transfers water pressure to the surrounding rock formations through its mountainous setting in Nagano Prefecture.

The Hazama Corporation constructed this engineering project between 1962 and 1969 as part of Japan's post-war infrastructure development program in the Chubu region.

The dam represents a period of rapid technological advancement in Japanese civil engineering during the 1960s, marking the nation's industrial progress.

Visitors can access multiple observation points around the dam via local roads, with information centers providing details about water management and construction methods.

The dam maintains stable water levels for agriculture while supporting local wildlife habitats through regulated water flow patterns in the Susobana River system.

Location: Nagano

Inception: 1969

GPS coordinates: 36.66833,138.12000

Latest update: March 13, 2025 09:59