Afsluitdijk, Dam between North Holland and Friesland, Netherlands
The Afsluitdijk extends for 32.5 kilometers across the former Zuiderzee, connecting the provinces of North Holland and Friesland with a road and cycling path.
The construction of this major dam began in 1927 with artificial work islands and reached completion in 1932, transforming the saltwater Zuiderzee into the freshwater IJsselmeer.
The dam represents Dutch engineering excellence and water management expertise, demonstrating the Netherlands' continuous adaptation to living below sea level.
The structure contains two tidal barriers that regulate water levels in the IJsselmeer while maintaining a vital transport route between the Dutch provinces.
The dam reduces the Dutch coastline by 300 kilometers while generating renewable energy through the interaction of salt and fresh water at its barriers.
Location: Súdwest-Fryslân
Location: Hollands Kroon
Inception: 1932
Length: 32,500 m
Part of: Zuiderzee Works
GPS coordinates: 53.00000,5.16667
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:50
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