Hongze Lake Levee, Flood control levee at Hongze Lake in Huai'an, China.
The Hongze Lake Levee spans along the perimeter of China's fifth-largest freshwater lake, controlling water flow between the Huai River and Yangtze River systems.
During the Ming and Qing dynasties, the Gaojia Weir underwent continuous extensions to protect surrounding areas from frequent flooding that submerged entire settlements.
The levee structure represents traditional Chinese hydraulic engineering methods developed over centuries to manage water resources in the Jianghuai region.
Modern reinforcement projects in 1966, 1976, and 1985 strengthened the levee's structure using advanced engineering techniques to prevent erosion and flooding.
Stone statues discovered near the shore in the 1960s emerged after environmental changes, leading to preservation efforts of historical sites around the lake.
Location: Huai'an
GPS coordinates: 30.60881,111.05573
Latest update: March 2, 2025 20:36
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