Wushe Dam

The concrete Wushe Dam spans across Wushe Creek, a tributary of the Zhuoshui River, creating a substantial reservoir for water management purposes.

The construction of this engineering structure began during Japanese rule in 1939, underwent American-assisted redesign after World War II, and reached completion in 1960.

The dam incorporates both Japanese and post-war American engineering principles, reflecting Taiwan's technological development during the mid-twentieth century.

Three power stations connected to the dam generate 182 million kilowatt-hours of electricity annually while managing water flow in the Zhuoshui River system.

The reservoir's capacity decreased from 146 million to 54 million cubic meters due to sediment accumulation following the 2009 Typhoon Morakot.

Inception: 1960

GPS coordinates: 23.98080,121.13900

Latest update: May 25, 2025 07:33