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Tsubawara Dam, Gravity hydroelectric dam in Shirakawa, Japan

The Tsubawara Dam rises 68.2 meters high and stretches 201.7 meters across the Shō River, utilizing seven tainter gates for water flow management point.

Construction of the Tsubawara Dam commenced in 1952, marking a significant period of hydroelectric infrastructure development during Japan's post-war reconstruction period.

The dam represents a milestone in Japanese engineering advancement, demonstrating the national commitment to sustainable energy production through hydroelectric infrastructure.

The reservoir maintains a capacity of 22,274,000 cubic meters and supplies water to the Kansai Electric Power Company's 107-megawatt hydroelectric power station.

The facility operates as the seventh dam in a series of nine structures along the Shō River, contributing to an integrated water management system.

Location: Shirakawa

Location: Gifu Prefecture

Inception: 1952

Height: 68.2 m

GPS coordinates: 36.31222,136.89750

Latest update: March 11, 2025 14:00

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