Tapjeong Reservoir
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| Tapjeong Reservoir | |
|---|---|
| Tapjeongho | |
| 탑정 저수지 (Korean) | |
 View through a window of an observation building on the fishing jetty in the reservoir | |
| Location | Nonsan, Hoseo |
| Coordinates | 36°09′07″N 129°12′13″E / 36.1520°N 129.2035°E |
| Type | Reservoir |
| Basin countries | South Korea |
| Built | 1944 |
| Surface area | 5,117 ha (12,640 acres) |
| Water volume | 31,611,000 m3 (1.1163×109 cu ft) |
| Location | |
 Interactive map of Tapjeong Reservoir | |
Tapjeong Reservoir (Korean: 탑정 저수지; also Korean: 탑정호; RR: Tapjeongho) is a reservoir that has been classified as the second great scenic location in Nonsan, South Korea by the municipality. It is located in Mujeok-myeon, Gayagok-myeon, and Yangchon-myeon in Nonsan, outside of the city proper. Freshwater fish such as carp, mandarin, and catfish are in the body of water.[1] Other significant fauna include cockscomb pearl mussels and golden and red-bellied frogs.[2] The water is used in part for irrigation of down-stream farms. The dam was recently re-built. There are a number of hotels and restaurants along the circumferential road where it is near the dam. Swimming is prohibited, though fishing is permitted and boating, including water-skiing, on the lake.