Mizan Dam, Ancient weir in Shushtar, Iran
The Mizan Dam splits the Karun River into two branches, the Gargar and Shatit, directing water through precise mathematical calculations and engineering methods.
Built during the Sassanid period in the 3rd century CE, the construction involved Roman soldiers and engineers captured after the defeat of Emperor Valerian.
The dam represents the exchange of engineering knowledge between Persian and Roman civilizations, forming part of the Shushtar Historical Hydraulic System.
The structure maintains irrigation for 40,000 hectares of agricultural land in the Mianab plain through its water distribution system.
An octagonal monitoring tower called Kolah Farangi stands on a hill near the dam, serving as a control point for water regulation.
Location: Shushtar County
Part of: Shushtar Historical Hydraulic System
GPS coordinates: 32.05194,48.86111
Latest update: March 8, 2025 17:33
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