Dams in Japan: Past, Present and Future, 1st Edition eBook

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Overview of Japan’s long water history, by the Japanese Commission on large dams. Starting from the 7th century, when irrigation ponds were first constructed for paddy cropping, until the beginning of the 21st century. Elaborates on various roles of dams: water supply, power generation and flood control. Moreover, tries to clarify the negative impacts of dams on the natural environment and local societies, as well as extensive efforts made to minimize these impacts. Includes appendices with location and characteristics of main dams, administrative organs, river management system and water resources development river systems and facilities to offer the full picture. Richly-illustrated. Intended for dam and water resources professionals.

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Dams in Japan: Past, Present and Future 1st Edition is written by Japan Commission on Large Dams – JCOLD and published by CRC Press. The Digital and eTextbook ISBNs for Dams in Japan are 9781134006199, 1134006195 and the print ISBNs are 9780415494328, 041549432X. Additional ISBNs for this eTextbook include 9781134006205, 9781466546882, 9780203877357, 9781134006151, 9781138114548.