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However, in times of extreme high water-levels the ' dead ' waters spring to life again, as the result of artificial overflow-devices.

From times to times, the Oude Waal and De Bijland can temporarily taste the freedom of a free-flowing river.

The area surrounding the ' dead ' rivers is known for its historical significance and is a relic of a type of historical dyke landscape that is more and more becoming rare in The Netherlands.