PROACTIVE APPROACH, CREATIVE CONSERVATION, VISION OF OUR FOUNDING FATHER LKY

The Marina Barrage is a constant reminder of Singapore's proactive approach to environmental challenges in the 21st Century.

1. Water storage

2. Flood protection for low-lying areas in the city such as Chinatown, Boat Quay, Jalan Besar and Geylang.

During heavy rain, the series of nine crest gates at the dam will be activated to release excess storm water into the sea when the tide is low.

In the case of high tide, giant pumps which are capable of pumping an Olympics-size swimming pool per minute will drain excess storm water into the sea.

3. Ideal for recreation.

As the water in Marina Basin is unaffected by the tides, its water level will be kept constant all year round. This is ideal for all kinds of recreational activities such as boating, kayaking and dragon boating etc.