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The history of the Delta Works

The history of the Delta Works

The Delta Committee estimated that the construction of the full Delta Works would take 25 years and cost 1.5 to 2 billion guilders, equivalent to 5.6 to 7.4 ...

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The Netherlands Waterland: From Terp to Delta Plan

The Netherlands Waterland: From Terp to Delta Plan

First, a dike was constructed around the polder, stretching 42 kilometers in length. With the help of Leeghwater and his mills, the polder was emptied in five ...

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Eastern Scheldt Storm Surge Barrier

Eastern Scheldt Storm Surge Barrier

The Eastern Scheldt Storm Surge Barrier(Oosterscheldekering) is located in the Eastern Scheldt (Oosterschelde) and connects the islands of Schouwen-Duiveland ...

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Maeslant Storm Surge Barrier

Maeslant Storm Surge Barrier

The Maeslant Storm Surge Barrier can close off the Nieuwe Waterweg at Hook of Holland. The barrier absorbs the first impact from the sea during high water.

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