Constructed between 1954 and 1997, the works consist of dams, sluices, locks, dykes, levees, and storm surge barriers located in the provinces of South Holland ...

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Construction of the Delta Works began shortly thereafter and was completed in 1986. The Delta Works is recognized as one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern ...

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The barrier was officially opened on October 4, 1986, by Queen Beatrix, who declared: “The storm surge barrier is closed. The Delta Works are complete. Zeeland ...

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For everyone's safety, the Delta Works were built to prevent a repeat of the 1953 flood disaster. Storm Surge Barrier. The Deltapark Neeltje Jans lies at the ...

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8 Jun 2017 — Realised between 1954 and 1997, it was in 1986 that Queen Beatrix announced: 'The Storm Surge Barrier has been shut, the Delta Works are ...

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The Delta works are large constructions protecting the country against future floods. They were introduced in the Delta plan and recorded in the Delta law.

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For everyone's safety, the Delta Works were built to prevent a recurrence of the 1953 flood disaster. At Deltapark Neeltje Jans, you can relive history ...

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After the North Sea flood of 1953, it was decided to construct the Delta Works. Thanks to these impressive constructions, the southwestern part of the ...

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Construction of the works lasted over 40 years and includes five storm surge barriers, two locks, and six dams. Traveling the Expedition Delta route brings the ...

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Constructed between 1954 and 1997, the works consist of dams, sluices, locks, dykes, levees, and storm surge barriers built to shorten the ...

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