Lam Takhong Dam [SEP] located next to body of water
Lam Takhong Dam
The Lam Takhong Dam (; ) is an embankment dam on the Lam Takhong River between Pak Chong District and Sikhio District in Nakhon Ratchasima Province, Thailand. The dam was originally constructed in 1974 for the purposes of irrigation and water supply but after 2002, its water storage also serves as the lower reservoir for the Lam Takhong pumped storage power plant, Thailand's first power plant of that type.
Background.
Construction on the Lam Takhong Dam began in 1969 and was completed in 1974, while the
components were constructed underground to preserve the nature and scenery of the area. During construction, various complaints were raised about the blasting of the upper reservoir. The dust from blasting reportedly had negative effects on locals and their farms.
Design and operation.
The Lam Takhong Dam is a long and high earth-fill embankment dam. It creates a reservoir with a capacity of . The upper reservoir is located southwest of the main dam on top of a hill. The upper reservoir is created by an asphalt lining long and