The Netherlands has one of the largest databases of subsurface data in the world. And the quantity of data is constantly increasing. These data are highly valuable, as the enormous increase of real-time subsurface data makes it possible to draw up realistic future scenarios.
In the blog ‘Where would the Netherlands be without subsurface data?’, geoscientific data engineer Wilfred Visser discusses the trends and developments in the world of Dutch geodata in an accessible manner. The examples he refers to show evolving collection techniques for subsurface data, as well as new information possibilities. By combining this information into a model chain, for example, water boards are able to make decisions about raising or lowering water levels. Large bridges, for example, are permanently monitored. Sensors measure their current condition, such as load, traffic pressure, and maintenance status. To prevent overloading, Rijkswaterstaat (the Netherlands’ Department of Public Works) may decide to temporarily reduce traffic or divert heavy traffic.
For more on these and other examples, you can read the full blog here.
