Ratchaprapha Dam @Surat Thani

Ratchaprapa Dam, also known as "Cheow Lan Dam", is located in Khao Phang Subdistrict, Ban Takhun District, Surat Thani Province. The dam was built to block Khlong Phra Saeng, a tributary of the Phum Duang River. Most of the dam is adjacent to Khao Sok National Park. Dam Characteristics: Type: Clay core rockfill dam Height: 94 meters Dam crest length: 761 meters Reservoir capacity: 5,638.8 million cubic meters Reservoir area: 185 square kilometers Electricity generation: 240,000 kilowatts (3 generators) Average annual electricity generation: approximately 554 million kilowatt hours Importance and tourism: Ratchaprapa Dam is part of Khao Sok National Park, an area of ​​​​rich biodiversity rainforest. Tourists can take a boat trip to see the beauty of the tall and intricate limestone mountains and steep cliffs amidst the waters of Cheow Lan Dam. Interesting activities: Sightseeing boat trip: Enjoy the view of limestone mountains and beautiful lakes. Relaxing on a raft: There are accommodations on rafts in the middle of the water for tourists who want to experience nature up close. Hiking and caving: Explore the nature trails and caves in Khao Sok National Park. Getting there: From Bangkok, you can travel by car or bus to Surat Thani Province. Then take a car to Ban Takhun District and continue to Ratchaprapha Dam.