Purpose Multi-purpose Construction began 1971 | Status Operational Height 28 m | |
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Opening date November 30, 1974 (1974-11-30) Similar Yoji Dam, Akiyama Dam, Achibake Dam, Higashijo Dam, Lake Misuzu Dam | ||
Amekawa Dam (Japanese: 雨川ダム) is a check dam on Ame river in Saku, Nagano Prefecture, Japan. The primary purpose is reducing water flow velocity to counteract erosion. It is also used for water supply.
The pole of inaccessibility of Japan lies near this dam.
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