Geography: Lakes

Songkhla Lake

Bueng Boraphet

Thailand, a country in Southeast Asia known for its tropical beaches, opulent royal palaces, ancient ruins, and ornate temples, is home to several significant lakes, each contributing to the nation's rich natural landscape and biodiversity. Among these, Bhumibol Dam Reservoir, created by the damming of the Ping River, stands out for its importance in hydroelectric power production and irrigation, as well as being a vital resource for local communities. The following table provides an overview of Thailand's major lakes, focusing on key aspects such as the lake's surface area, its elevation above sea level, its primary water source, and the nature of its outflow.

Lake Name	Area	Elevation	Water Source	Outflow
Songkhla Lake	1,040 km²(401 mi²)	0 m (0 ft)	Phatthalung, U Taphao, and Khlong Pak Ro RIvers	Channels leading to Gulf of Thailand
Bhumibol Dam Reservoir	300 km²(115.8 mi²)	N/A	Ping River	N/A (artificial reservoir)
Nong Han Lake	125 km² (48 mi²)	158 m (518 ft)	Nam Pung River	Huai Nam Khan River
Bueng Boraphet	224 km²(86 mi²)	25 m (82 ft)	Rainfall, small streams and wetlands	Chao Phraya River
Phayao Lake	19.8 km²(4.7 mi²)	393 m (1,289 ft)	Ing River, Tam RIver	Ing River
Cheow Lan Lake (Rajjaprabha Dam Reservoir)	185 km² (71 mi²)	100 m (328 ft)	Khlong Saeng River	Khlong Saeng River