Dapu Reservoir

　　Dapu Reservoir is situated in Huguang and Fuxing Villages, Emei Township, Hsinchu County. It was built by impounding the waters of the upper Emei Stream. The reservoir is 98.8 meters long and 24.4 meters high, featuring four floodgates. It primarily irrigates farmlands in four townships—Xiangshan, Baoshan, Zhunan, and Toufen—and also serves flood control and drainage functions. An inscribed monument beside the dam, “Harnessing Heaven’s Power,” was penned by Mr. Jiang Menglin to commemorate the arduous construction of the project.

　　The water surface of Dapu Reservoir varies in width, and the two shores are connected by an iron-cable suspension bridge. The lake is dotted with small, lushly vegetated islands that resemble emerald beads scattered across the blue waters. In the southwestern part of the reservoir lies a flat grassy area suitable for camping. Camping here offers a refreshing view: to the east lies the sparkling blue lake, while to the west are verdant mountain ranges, stretching endlessly in rich green hues that invigorate the spirit.