About Marina Barrage
Marina Barrage is a dam and reservoir facility located at Marina South in Singapore, spanning the Marina Channel between Marina East and Marina South. Completed in 2008, it creates the 240-hectare Marina Reservoir, Singapore's 15th reservoir and first in the city centre. It serves flood control, water supply and lifestyle purposes and is notable for its Green Roof, Sustainable Singapore Gallery and panoramic views of the Marina Bay skyline.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a large waterfront barrage with a spacious Green Roof lawn, a central courtyard, and the Sustainable Singapore Gallery inside. The site offers open views of Marina Bay Sands, Gardens by the Bay and the city skyline, paved promenades along the reservoir, exhibition spaces about water and sustainability, and open areas for picnicking, kite flying, walking and photography.
Key highlights
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Green Roof rooftop park with panoramic views of Marina Bay skyline
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Sustainable Singapore Gallery with interactive exhibits on water and sustainability
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240-hectare Marina Reservoir formed by damming the Marina Channel
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Solar Park with solar panels and educational displays
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Waterfront promenade and bridge connecting to Gardens by the Bay
History of Marina Barrage
Built by PUB, Singapore's National Water Agency, between 2005 and 2008 and officially opened on 31 October 2008. It is Singapore's 15th reservoir and first reservoir in the city centre, created by damming the mouth of the Marina Channel to form Marina Reservoir as part of efforts to enhance flood control, increase water supply and create a freshwater reservoir in the downtown area.
Culture & Context
Serves as an educational and recreational landmark promoting water sustainability and environmental awareness through the Sustainable Singapore Gallery and community events on the Green Roof.
Route
| By train | Nearest MRT is Gardens by the Bay on the Thomson-East Coast Line, about 15-20 minutes walk via footbridge |
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