Shuishah Reservoir Introduction
Shuishe Dam is located to the northwest of Sun Moon Lake and is an important water-retaining dam in the Sun Moon Lake Hydroelectric Power Project, completed in 1934. At that time, it was planned to construct Shuishe Dam in the Shuishe Creek Valley to increase the water storage capacity of Sun Moon Lake and enhance power generation efficiency. Together with the nearby Toushe Dam to the southwest, it intercepts water sources and transformed Sun Moon Lake from a natural lake into a reservoir, resulting in an expanded lake area and a water level increase of over 25 meters. This connection united the originally separate Sun Lake and Moon Lake, creating the expansive lake surface we see today. The dam stretches for several hundred meters, and a walkway approximately 100 to 200 meters long is built on top of the dam. The bike path here is an important segment of the Sun Moon Lake cycling route, offering a 180-degree view of the breathtaking scenery, making it a popular spot for many tourists to pause and take photos. The bike path section consists of a wooden boardwalk close to the lake surface, and it is advised to slow down and walk with the bike to ensure safety. At the bottom of the Shuishe Dam, there is a "Memorial Tablet" honoring the Taiwanese workers who lost their lives during the Sun Moon Lake hydroelectric project from 1931 to 1934. The tablet is inscribed with the names and detailed accounts of several deceased workers, serving as a reminder of the hardships and dedication involved in the undertaking.
