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Ichifusa Dam, Gravity dam in Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan

Ichifusa Dam extends 258.5 meters across the waterway and reaches a height of 78.5 meters, featuring a substantial concrete structure for water retention.

The construction of this water management facility began in 1953 and reached completion in 1959, marking a significant advancement in regional infrastructure development.

The reservoir shores support 10,000 cherry trees, establishing this location as the second most visited cherry blossom viewing site in Kumamoto Prefecture.

The dam maintains a storage capacity of 40,200 thousand cubic meters and covers 165 hectares, serving both flood control and power generation purposes.

The dam's catchment area spans 157.8 square kilometers, collecting water from surrounding mountains to support agricultural activities in the Kuma district.

Location: Kumamoto Prefecture

Location: Kuma district

Location: Mizukami

Inception: 1953

Height: 78.5 m

GPS coordinates: 32.32028,131.01278

Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:35

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