Plofsluis, Military lock in Nieuwegein, Netherlands
The Plofsluis features five concrete compartments positioned above the Amsterdam-Rhine Canal, containing 40 million kilograms of rocks and rubble.
Construction of the lock started in 1937 and concluded in 1942 under German occupation, as part of the New Dutch Waterline defense system.
The structure represents Dutch military engineering expertise, combining water management with defense strategies to protect Holland and Utrecht regions.
In 1981, the Amsterdam-Rhine Canal was widened around the lock to accommodate larger vessels, preserving the historical structure while maintaining navigation.
The lock was designed to release its contents through controlled explosions, instantly damming the canal to maintain water levels in surrounding areas.
Location: Nieuwegein
Part of: New Dutch Waterline
Address: Plofsluis te Nieuwegein te Nieuwegein
GPS coordinates: 52.03472,5.11472
Latest update: March 7, 2025 02:45
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