East Flevoland Polder

region, Netherlands

Also known as: Oostelijk Flevoland Polder

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East Flevoland Polder is a reclaimed area in the central Netherlands, part of the larger Flevoland province. This polder was created from the former Zuiderzee, which was enclosed by a dam and transformed into Lake IJssel. The reclamation project, part of the extensive Zuiderzee Works, aimed to create new land from the sea.

East Flevoland Polder, completed in 1957, is characterized by its rich marine clay soil, making it highly productive for agriculture. It yields crops such as apples, cereals, and flowers, and supports dairy cattle. Beyond its agricultural significance, the polder also serves as a residential area for people moving from the Randstad region and is utilized for light industry and recreation. Lelystad, the provincial capital, is located within East Flevoland Polder.12

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IJsselmeer Polders
…[469 square km]), and the East (Oostelijk) Flevoland Polder (204 square miles [528 square km]) were completed in 1930, 1942, and 1957, respectively. The South (Zuidelijk) Flevoland Polder (166 square miles [430 square km]) was completed in 1968. A fifth potential polder is the Markerwaard Polder in southwest IJsselmeer. Under…
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…[469 square km]), and the East (Oostelijk) Flevoland Polder (204 square miles [528 square km]) were completed in 1930, 1942, and 1957, respectively. The South (Zuidelijk) Flevoland Polder (166 square miles [430 square km]) was completed in 1968. A fifth potential polder is the Markerwaard Polder in southwest IJsselmeer. Under…
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Drainage and dikes
…’60s—South Flevoland Polder (Zuidelijk) and East Flevoland Polder (Oostelijk)—are used for residential, industrial, and recreational purposes. Among the cities that have developed there are Lelystad and Almere.
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…’60s—South Flevoland Polder (Zuidelijk) and East Flevoland Polder (Oostelijk)—are used for residential, industrial, and recreational purposes. Among the cities that have developed there are Lelystad and Almere.
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