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Located approximately 60 kilometers north
of Tak city in Amphoe Sam Ngao is Bhumibol Dam, Thailand’s largest
dam. Formerlly known as Yanhi Dam, this is Thailand’s first
all-purpose dam, built from concrete designed as a huge curve
cutting across Maenam Ping between Khao Kaew and Khao Yanhi.
The dam produces most of Thailand’s hydro-electric power and
ranks 8th in the world of hydro-electricity producing dams.
The Dam is operated by the Electribity Generating Authority
of Thailand, which also provides on-site accommodations. Call
02 436 - 3179 or 02 424-0101 for further details.
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