Nieuwendam
In 1357, the Nieuwendam was constructed as part of the embankment around the Zaan region and Waterland.
This was to protect the area from high water. Locks were made in the dam so as not to impede shipping there. The locks were eventually closed in the 16th century, as the water had caused too much damage. To supply water to the area during droughts, the mill De Waterdief was built in 1731. This mill 'stole' water from the peat stream the Ham to supply water to the higher Honderd Morgen polder, hence its name. The mill was demolished in 1926, but is now being rebuilt.
Note: Cross the provincial road N203.