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The storm surge barrier had to be located in the Nieuwe Waterweg waterway. This played an important role in the planning stage of the construction, as this waterway is the main route to the port of Rotterdam, at that time the world's largest port. Therefore a barrier like the Dutch Oosterscheldekering and the Thames Barrier could not be constructed, as such a barrier would block the shipping route. The winning plan called for two large floating gates on both levees of the waterway. A major advantage of this plan was that construction of the storm surge barrier could take place under dry conditions, in dry docks. Other advantages were that no vital parts of the barrier had to be placed under water, and maintenance of the barrier would be easy because of the dry docks. And, of course, there would be almost no inconvenience for passing ships.

Delft is a city and municipality in the province of South Holland. It is located in between Rotterdam and The Hague. Delft is primarily known for its typically Dutch town center (with canals); also for the painter Vermeer, Delft Blue pottery (Delftware), and its association with the Royal Family. The city center retains many old and historical buildings, and many streets have canals in the center.

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