Kaneyama Dam, Gravity dam in Gifu Prefecture, Japan.
Kaneyama Dam is a concrete structure built across the Kiso River that works by holding back water through its own weight and shape. The dam helps control water flow in the Gifu region and protects downstream areas from flooding.
The dam project started in 1939 during a period of major infrastructure development across Japan and finished in 1943. Its construction was part of efforts to manage water resources more effectively in the region.
Engineers from across Japan study the dam's design principles, which demonstrate the integration of water management infrastructure with regional development strategies.
The dam is open to visit from outside and has viewing areas where you can see the structure and the water reservoir it creates. The best times to visit are spring and autumn when the weather is most pleasant.
The reservoir created by Kaneyama Dam covers 102 hectares and manages water resources for 2,452 square kilometers of catchment area.
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