Roompotsluis, Navigation lock in Veere, Netherlands
Roompotsluis is a lock in Veere that allows ships to pass between the Veerse Meer and the Oosterschelde, two connected water bodies. It handles commercial vessels and pleasure boats moving in both directions across water level differences.
The lock was built in the 1960s as part of the Delta Works, a major flood protection program following the 1953 North Sea storm surge. It completed the dike system designed to prevent future coastal flooding in the southern Netherlands.
The lock demonstrates Dutch engineering excellence in water management, reflecting centuries of experience in controlling water levels for maritime navigation.
Ships need to announce their arrival to coordinate lock opening. The location is accessible year-round and monitored from a central control facility.
Rolling doors control the water flow at Roompotsluis, ensuring proper navigation during varying water levels up to NAP +2.75 meters.
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