Dams in Elgeyo Marakwet Chebara Dam: Dubbed Lake Sergoit Commissioned in 1999, Chebara Dam, situated 12 km northeast of Sergoit Hill by way of the C50 Eldoret-Cherangani Road, is fed by Moiben River that rises in the Embobut Forest within the Cherangani Hills Forest Reserve. The 12 km2 Chebara dam is the main source of water for residents of Eldoret town and its environs. The picture-postcard Chebara Dam, set in the middle of a forest patch, part of which was cleared to set it up, is still a hidden gem of adventure which can be explored on a long afternoon outing. There are boats available for hire, either for fishing or for simply exploring the dam. There are walking trails that loop around the dam. It’s located 30 km from Eldoret town and 27 km north from Iten town. Kenya has several reservoir dams that play a consequential roles in water supply, hydroelectric power generation, irrigation, flood control, and other water-related activities. The most famous of these are Seven Forks Dams along the Tana River. While reservoir dams are critical infrastructure projects that contribute to Kenya's economic development, they are also visually stunning go-to destinations. Index of Dams in Kenya Baringo County - Chemususu Dam , Kirandich Dam , Bungoma County - Chwele Dam, Muyayi Dam , Makhonge Dam, Kabuchai Dam, Elgeyo Marakwet County - Kimwarer Dam, Arrow Dam , Chebara Dam , Embu County - Gitaru Dam , Kamburu Dam , Masinga Dam , Kiambere Dam , Kindaruma Dam , Kajiado County - The Kiserian Dam, Kericho County - Chemusot Dam, Dimbolil Dam , Londiani Dam , Kiambu County - Ruiru Dam, Thika Dam, Kirinyaga County - Thiba Dam , Kwale County - The Mukurumudzi Dam, Nyalani Dam , Machakos County - Maruba Dam, Makueni County - The Mulima Dam , Mannoni Dam, Katilini, Ndukuma Dam, Thwake Dam , Migori County - Kebharisia Dam , Muranga County - The Ndakaini Dam , Maragua Dam , Mathioya Dam , Nairobi County - Nairobi Dam, Nyamira County - Bonyunyu Dam , Nyandarua County - Matches Dam , Sasamua Dam , Nyahururu Dam, Nyeri County - Chinga Dam, Wanjii Dam, Uasin Gishu County - Kesses Dam , Two Rivers Dam, West Pokot County - The Turkwel Gorge Dam Touring Elgeyo Marakwet County in Kenya offers a mix of stunning landscapes, cultural experiences, and outdoor adventures. Renowned for its rugged terrain and picturesque landscapes, it is also home to globally-famous long distance running exports. Hiking enthusiasts can explore trails such as the famous Kerio Valley Escarpment or venture into the Cherangani Hills for more challenging hikes. You Are Here: Chebara Dam Where to Next? Explore Destinations Near Chebara Dam A Guide to Elgeyo Marakwet County A Summa Digest of Elgeyo Marakwet About Elgeyo Marakwet Way Back When 44 Destinations in E. Marakwet County , arranged as one would visit these - west, south then north - with aid of narratives, images, strip maps and distance chart: Home of Champions Art Center, Keiyo Gardens, High Altitude Training Camp , Kamariny Stadium , St. Patrick's High School , Bugar Forest , Iten Viewpoint , Lelin Campsite , Kerio View Hotel , Active Edge , Rimoi National Reserve , Kapkurmoi Cultural & Conservation, Kessup Falls , Kessup Forest , Kilima Resort , Tambach Museum , Kolol Viewpoint , Torok Falls , Biretwo Museum , Kerio River Lodge , Chebloch Gorge , Samich Resort , Kenya Fluorspar Company , Sego Safari Resort , Melwa Gorge , Kerio Valley , Elgeyo (Kerio) Escarpment , Lake Kamnarok National Reserve , Kureswo Hot Springs , Metkei Ridge , Chemonde Forest, Chebirara Falls, Mela Cave , Cherangani Hills , Teren River Bridge , Arror Dam , Chebara Dam , Embobut Forest , Wewo Catholic Church , The Foothills (Kipkunurr & Koisungur) , Kipteberr Hill , Kiplagoch Caves , Ancient Marakwet Furrows Know More About E. Marakwet County: Its Geography, Land-Use, Highlights, Population, Roads - including strip maps, Airports, Climate & National Monuments What's The Air Like In Elgeyo M? With a wide range in altitude, from 3350 metres asl., on the Cherangani Hills to around 1000 metres asl., in the Kerio Valley. the temperature varies with altitude, between 18 o C and 26 o C average maximum. What's The Lay Of The Land in C.28? Elegyo Marakwet can be split into three agro-zones: A high altitude region of forest and moorland; The Cherangani mountains; And the lower set Kerio Escarpment and Valley. Know More About Elgeyo Marakwet…

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