
Top (Crest)
The top end is the upper part of the dam embankment or levee. In many cases, dams dedicated to power generation are closed to the public, but in the case of multipurpose dams, the top of the dam may be open to visitors. Some multi-purpose dams open their topsides to visitors. In some cases, national highways are located above the topsides, and are referred to by enthusiasts as "national highways at the topsides. The width of the embankment is defined as 3 m or more based on the planned high water flow rate.