Marina Barrage, Dam and tourist attraction in Marina South, Singapore
Marina Barrage is a dam stretching across Marina Channel that creates a freshwater reservoir supplying water to downtown Singapore. The structure includes crest gates and drainage pumps that regulate water levels during heavy rainfall.
The dam was built between 2005 and 2008 as a water security infrastructure project for Singapore. It marked a shift in urban planning by combining flood protection with public space development.
The reservoir hosts water sports events and serves as a gathering place where locals and visitors witness how the city manages its water resources. It represents Singapore's approach to turning engineering solutions into public gathering spaces.
The site is easily accessible from land with several viewpoints along the upper level. Visitors should know that clear weather offers the best bay views and the area can get crowded during daytime hours.
The structure's roof features green areas and solar panels that generate electricity while keeping cooling costs down. This makes it one of the lesser-talked-about examples of sustainable infrastructure in the city.
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