The dam is a multipurpose dam with a flood control function, as well as to provide irrigation to Kitami City among other municipalities, for irrigation, and for river flow control.

The dam was needed for flood control as well as to support the growing local populations and increased use of agricultural technology.

In 1979, the project entered into the main construction phase which was completed in 1983.

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