Overview
Hirono Dam is a 63-meter-tall gravity concrete dam built on the Hino River, part of the Kuzuryū River system (a Class A river), in the town of Minami-Echizen, Nanjō District, Fukui Prefecture. It is a multipurpose dam managed by Fukui Prefecture, serving flood control, unspecified water utilization, industrial water supply, and power generation.
Highlights
- ●A 63-meter gravity concrete dam
- ●A multipurpose dam for flood control, water utilization, industrial water supply, and power generation
- ●Hirono Dam Lake, formed on the Hino River within the Kuzuryū River system
- ●Hydroelectric generation with a maximum output of 1,400 kW
History
The dam was constructed as a prefectural multipurpose facility combining flood control, water utilization, and power generation in a single structure. Its reservoir is known as Hirono Dam Lake.
Access
The dam is located in the town of Minami-Echizen, Nanjō District, Fukui Prefecture, along the Hino River. Visitors should check the managing authority's official information in advance regarding tour availability and accessible areas.
Best season
Water levels in the reservoir change with the season and weather conditions, so it is worth checking the latest discharge and water-level information before visiting, regardless of the time of year.
Map
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Suggested itinerary
- 1Head to the Hino River area in Minami-Echizen
- 2View the dam structure of Hirono Dam
- 3Take in the scenery of Hirono Dam Lake
- 4Visit other sights around Minami-Echizen
Did you know?
💡 The dam's hydroelectric facility has a maximum output of 1,400 kilowatts, generating power through dam-type hydroelectric generation.
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