Maze River (Japan)
Appearance
Maze River | |
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Lake Kanayama along the Maze River | |
Native name | 馬瀬川 (Japanese) |
Location | |
Country | Japan |
Physical characteristics | |
Mouth | |
• location | Hida River |
Length | 76 km (47 mi) |
Basin size | 1,379 km2 (532 sq mi) |
Basin features | |
River system | Kiso River |
The Maze River (馬瀬川, Maze-gawa) is a river in Japan which originates in Takayama, Gifu. It flows through Gero before emptying into the Hida River.[1] Due to its clear waters, it is home to the Japanese giant salamander.
Major dams
[edit]The river has two major dams along its length, the Iwaya Dam and the Mazegawa Dam. The Mazegawa Dam lead to the formation of the Lake Kanayama.
References
[edit]- ^ Mazegawa.com. Gero Mazegawa Chamber of Commerce. Accessed November 7, 2010.