Waterbouwkundig Laboratorium Information

Flanders Hydraulics is a center of expertise which carries out scientific research on the effects of water dynamics. We research the impact of human activity and nature on water systems and the consequences for navigation. We primarily work with the Flemish Government, but also support private institutions and international organizations who turn to us for expertise. Flanders Hydraulics is a division of the Technical Support Services of the Department of Mobility and Public Works of the Flemish Government. Our mission is to develop, optimize and share expertise on water systems. We do so through specific research projects which are based upon scientifically supported evidence. We analyse the results of different field measurements and laboratory tests. We simulate different situations which enable us to forecast future situations. Our research is targeted at: • guarding a safe navigation; • designing effective hydraulic constructions; • developing efficient measures to control exceptional water levels in rivers.