No crack at Bhumibhol Dam: EGAT
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The Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand today quashed the rumour that cracks were found at the Bhumibhol Dam in Tak province, saying that the dam remains strong.
EGAT Communications Director Tatree Riewcharoen said in a statement released today that surveillance at the dam has been lifted especially when the water level is over 90 per cent of capacity. A special task force was dispatched to survey the dam area and found no crack or other irregularities, he said.
Tatree added that a weekly check has been carried out at the dam and any irregularities would be immediately reported. Such inspection frequency has been done on a daily basis recently, due to the high water level.
"EGAT has closely checked and assessed the dam's safety, with assistance from inside and outside experts. Another major check is due next month. The general public should rest assured of the dam's safety," he said.
