Ochiai Dam

Overview

Ochiai Dam is a gravity dam built on the middle reaches of the main stream of the Kiso River in Gifu Prefecture. Operated for hydroelectric power production, it sends water to the Ochiai Power Station and the Shin-Ochiai Power Station. The structure stands 33.3 meters high with a crest length of 215.1 meters.

Highlights

• ●A hydroelectric dam on the middle reaches of the Kiso River
• ●A gravity dam 33.3 meters high with a 215.1-meter crest
• ●Supplies water to the Ochiai and Shin-Ochiai power stations
• ●Generates up to 33,600 kilowatts of electricity

History

Construction of the dam began in 1925 and was completed in 1926. Dedicated to hydroelectric power, it channels water from the Kiso River to the Ochiai and Shin-Ochiai power stations, generating up to 33,600 kilowatts of electricity.

Map

35.5214, 137.5253 · Wikidata

Suggested itinerary

1. 1View the dam on the middle reaches of the Kiso River
2. 2Observe the 33.3-meter-high gravity dam body
3. 3Take in the scale of its 215.1-meter crest
4. 4Stroll along the surrounding waterside scenery

Did you know?

💡 Begun in 1925 and completed in 1926, this gravity dam channels water from the Kiso River to its power stations.

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