The Akagawa Dam (Japanese: 赤川ダム, ''Akagawa Damu'') is an earth-fill dam located in Okayama Prefecture, Japan. Primarily serving the purposes of irrigation and water supply, the dam plays a crucial role in managing local water resources for agricultural use and domestic consumption within the region.
History
Construction of the Akagawa Dam was completed in [[1952]]. It was developed as part of efforts to enhance water infrastructure in Okayama Prefecture, supporting the agricultural productivity of the surrounding areas and ensuring a stable water supply for local communities.Characteristics
- Type: Earth-fill dam
- Height: 22.8 meters
- Reservoir Capacity: 1,320,000 cubic meters
- River System: Part of the Asahi River (旭川) system, though often on a smaller tributary or for collecting local runoff.
- Purpose: Irrigation, Water Supply
- Location: Okayama Prefecture, Japan
See Also
- Dams in Japan
- List of dams in Okayama Prefecture
References
- [Information typically sourced from official Japanese dam registries, local government agricultural departments, or engineering works archives.]