Sukenobu Dam

Sukenobu Dam stretches 125.5 meters across the river and reaches a height of 45.5 meters, forming a substantial water reservoir in the mountainous landscape.

The construction of Sukenobu Dam in 1931 represented an advancement in Japanese civil engineering during the rapid industrialization period of the early 20th century.

The dam's name, written as 祐延ダム in Japanese, reflects the local naming traditions and its integration into the regional identity of Toyama Prefecture.

The dam operates as a multi-purpose facility, providing water management for agriculture, flood control, and hydroelectric power generation for the surrounding communities.

Located within Arimine Prefectural Natural Park at coordinates 36.489444, 137.399167, the dam creates opportunities for ecological research and environmental monitoring.

Location: Toyama

Inception: 1931

Height: 45.5 m

Length: 125.5 m

GPS coordinates: 36.48944,137.39917

Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:05