Upon completion of its construction, the architects of RO & AD did not hesitate to baptize it with the title of one of the most quoted biblical passages. But nothing could be further from the truth: the Moses Bridge.
It has little or nothing to do with the ephemeris represented in the sacred text, not even in an aesthetic sense. Its inspiration must be sought many centuries later, specifically during the seventeenth century. The Netherlands built a series of moats and fortifications in the region of West Brabant.
In order to provide protection against the incursions of the French and Spanish forces. One of these forts was known as Fort de Roovere. It was surrounded by a small fosse that served as protection against attacks and floods produced when the tide rose.
From a distance, the Moses Bridge is invisible to the eye. The flow around the fosse seems continuous, as the water level is parallel to that of the moat that crosses it, reflecting its natural environment. As visitors approach the fortress, the bridge is visualized as a break that divides the watercourse, creating a unique visual phenomenon.
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The tank that divides the watercourse is a structure anchored to the bed by steel piles. Lined with wooden slats for the walls, which are made of the same material as the pillars. The bridge and its components are made of sustainable wood.
The wood is Accoya, a type of material that, when properly treated, makes the bridge waterproof and reliably resists the erosion produced by the current. Protecting it from fungi and increasing its durability. Being an ideal material for a bridge of these characteristics.
It has recently been recognized by the Dutch College of Architects as the best structure of the year 2011. In addition, the sponsors are among the finalists for the Dutch Design Awards 2011.
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