Mühlendammschleuse, Navigation lock in southwestern Rostock, Germany
The Mühlendammschleuse is a lock in Rostock that controls water flow between two sections of the Warnow River at different elevations. It features dual gates designed to manage a height difference of 26 centimeters between the upper and lower river sections.
Construction of this lock began in September 1885 with operations starting in 1886, making it one of the oldest surviving locks in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. It was built during a period when river transport was essential for regional commerce and growth.
The lock was once vital for moving goods like bricks and sugar beets along the river, connecting communities and supporting local trade. Today visitors can observe how this waterway served as an economic lifeline for the region.
Small watercraft can now pass through this lock, though larger vessels no longer navigate this section of the river. Visitors should know that water levels can vary, and passage for small boats depends on conditions at the time of visit.
In 2015, concerned residents gathered more than 10,000 signatures to preserve this structure, leading to its official designation as a protected heritage site. This effort shows how much local people value this historic landmark for their community.
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