BREEZANDDIJK

• Latitude: 53.0191
• Longitude: 5.20483
• UK Coast & Atlantic
• Port in Netherlands

Location: Breezanddijk Netherlands

Breezanddijk is not a typical marine port but rather a small settlement and a significant location situated on the Afsluitdijk in the Netherlands. The Afsluitdijk is a major causeway that extends 32 kilometers (20 miles), connecting the provinces of North Holland and Friesland and serving as an essential sea defense structure. Breezanddijk lies approximately at the midpoint of this major engineering feat.

Here’s a brief description and specifications related to Breezanddijk:

Description:

1. Location:

   • Breezanddijk is located on the Afsluitdijk, which crosses the IJsselmeer.
   • The Afsluitdijk itself connects the North Holland province to Friesland.

2. Significance:

   • It is not primarily a commercial or industrial port but provides logistical support and maintenance access for the causeway and associated infrastructure.
   • Breezanddijk serves as a rest stop and a service area with a few facilities for travelers, such as parking and viewing areas.
   • It is strategically important for monitoring and maintaining the Afsluitdijk’s flood defense functions.

3. Role:

   • Key role in engineering and infrastructure support for the Afsluitdijk.
   • Acts as a midpoint rest area for vehicles traveling between North Holland and Friesland.

Specifications:

1. Geographical Coordinates:

   • Latitude: Approximately 53.0667° N
   • Longitude: Approximately 5.1600° E

2. Accessibility:

   • Accessible by road (A7/E22 motorway which runs on the Afsluitdijk).
   • Not accessible by sea for commercial vessels as it lacks port facilities typical for cargo or passenger services.
   • Mainly serves as a service road for maintenance vehicles and tourists.

3. Facilities:

   • Limited facilities include parking areas and maintenance buildings.
   • Lookout points for scenic vistas over the IJsselmeer and Wadden Sea.
   • Often equipped with basic traveler amenities such as restrooms and sometimes snack vendors or vending machines.

4. Infrastructure Considerations:

   • Strong sea defenses and infrastructure designed to inhibit saline intrusion and manage water levels between the Wadden Sea and the IJsselmeer.
   • Consists of sluices and locks, crucial for water management and flood protection.
   • Regular maintenance operations, with monitoring stations for structural integrity and environmental health.

5. Utilities:

   • Basic utilities like electricity and water for service stations.
   • Communication and monitoring systems integral to the operations of the Afsluitdijk.

Additional Features:

• Public Interest: Often frequented by tourists interested in Dutch engineering and water management marvels.
• Environmental Focus: Projects ongoing to enhance ecological connectivity and sustainability along the Afsluitdijk.

Note:

• Breezanddijk is one component of the larger Afsluitdijk structure, and while it functions as a waypoint, its roles and services are closely linked to those of the entire causeway system.

This combination of elements, while not forming a traditional marine port, highlights the unique structure and purpose of Breezanddijk in the context of Dutch water management and infrastructure.