Maze River (Japan)

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.

Maze River
Lake Kanayama along the Maze River
Native name馬瀬川
Location
CountryJapan
Physical characteristics
Mouth 
  location
Hida River
Length76 km (47 mi)
Basin size1,379 km2 (532 sq mi)
Basin features
River systemKiso River

Major dams

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

  1. Mazegawa.com. Gero Mazegawa Chamber of Commerce. Accessed November 7, 2010.


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