Vajiralongkorn Dam

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Aerial photo of Vajiralongkorn Dam On the top of the Dam The reservoir EGAT travel boat

Vajiralongkorn Dam (Formerly Khao Laem Dam) This is a key project of Mae Klong River Basin Development Scheme. The construction started in 1979 and finished in 1984. It is located on the Kwai Noi River at thong Pha Phum District, about 280 kms from Bangkok (see map). View of the reservoir from the top of the Dam. The water inflow is averaged at about 5,500 million cubic meters per year. The reservoir storage capacity at the maximum water level is 8,860 million cubic meters. A powerhouse with three 100,000 kilowatts capacity were installed. The power is transmitted to the grid by 230 kV transmission lines. Mountain view at the tail water side of the Dam.

                                                                                  
                                                                                        Since : February 22, 2006