Reinforcing existing structures, creating new drainage solutions, restoring the ecological connection of the Ijsselmeer and the Wadden Sea for migratory fish and creating an engaging visitor experience.
The drainage locks at Den Oever will be expanded with new locks in between the island sections and two large pumping stations to be used when the water level in the Wadden Sea is too high to allow for natural drainage.
In order to restore the connection between the Wadden Sea and the IJsselmeer for migratory fish, a fish migration river will be constructed into the dike.
After reinforcement, the dike will continue to offer protection against flooding, even under changing circumstances.
On the Wadden Sea side, the causeway will be raised and reinforced with new facing called ‘Levvel blocks’. Because of their symmetry and the regular way they are positioned, the blocks have a tranquil appearance that reinforces the austere and autonomous character of the causeway.
Client
Rijkswaterstaat
Consortium:
Levvel (a joint venture of Van Oord, BAM and Rebel)
Benthem Crouwel Architects
Imagery
© West 8
Photography
© Rijkswaterstaat, Levvel
