Kameyama Dam, Gravity dam in Kimitsu, Japan.
Kameyama Dam is a gravity dam that crosses the Obitsu River in Chiba Prefecture. The structure spans 156 meters in length and stands 34.5 meters tall, holding back water for the region.
This dam was built in 1969 as part of efforts to manage water resources in the region. Since its completion, it has supplied water for agriculture and household use across Chiba Prefecture.
The dam serves as an example of Japanese engineering expertise in developing water control systems that harmonize with the surrounding environment.
The dam is accessible from nearby roads along the Obitsu River. Visitors can view the structure from various vantage points and take in the surrounding landscape.
The dam's position at coordinates 35°13'48"N and 140°5'8"E creates a water reservoir that extends across 139 hectares of land.
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