Mae Suai Reservoir lies in Ban Den Phu Wiang, Mae Suai District. Built in 1998, the reservoir stores water from the Mae Suai River and supports irrigation; it is also a scenic local excursion.
About the place and its management
The Mae Suai Irrigation Office, under Thailand’s Royal Irrigation Department, manages the dam and reservoir. Individual raft or restaurant businesses are operated separately.
Background and site character
The dam was constructed in 1998 to serve regional water management. Its combination of engineered embankment and concrete sections contrasts with the natural mountain setting.
What to look for
Compare the dam structure, expansive water surface and surrounding mountain slopes. A nearby hilltop stupa, Phra Maha Chedi Phra Borommathat Khum Wiang Suai, is another landmark in the reservoir area.
Photographs of the place
Suggested visitor route
- 01
Drive toward Mae Suai District from the Highway 118 corridor, then follow local signs to Ban Den Phu Wiang and the dam. Confirm the reservoir entrance rather than following a generic Mae Suai town pin.
- 02
Arrive at the designated parking and public viewpoint, observe the reservoir and dam, then visit an accessible dining or raft area if operating. Travel to the stupa only by its separate approach route.
- 03
Frame the dam wall against the reservoir and mountains, preferably from a public viewpoint rather than an operational structure.
Getting there
Drive toward Mae Suai District from the Highway 118 corridor, then follow local signs to Ban Den Phu Wiang and the dam. Confirm the reservoir entrance rather than following a generic Mae Suai town pin.
Photography viewpoints
Frame the dam wall against the reservoir and mountains, preferably from a public viewpoint rather than an operational structure.
Frequently asked questions
- Is the dam a natural lake?
- No. It is a man-made reservoir built for water management and irrigation.
- Can I take a raft?
- Local operators may offer raft or dining options; verify availability and safety at the site.
- Can I walk on the dam?
- Access restrictions may apply to operational areas. Follow posted signs and staff directions.