Zuidpoldermolen, Edam
| Zuidpoldermolen | |
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Photographed by Els Bendheim, 2008 | |
| Location | Edam |
| Coordinates | 52°30′38″N 5°03′28″E / 52.51056°N 5.05778°ECoordinates: 52°30′38″N 5°03′28″E / 52.51056°N 5.05778°E |
| Height | 21,65 m |
| Probably built | 1670 |
| Type | grondzeiler, octagonal, internal turning, polder mill |
History
The windmill of Edam is dated between 1626-35[1] and it was used to grind grain and drain a polder: low land that has been reclaimed from the sea and diked.
The mill is owned by the Dutch Windmill Society.
Description
South Poldermolen is a thatched octagonal internal turning polder in Edam. The low, octagonal design categorizes it as a smock style, and the name translates to "south polder mill." The polder in 1875 has been supplemented by a steam screw pump.
Public access
The wind-driven mechanics have been out of operation since 1949, and is closed to visitors.[2]
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