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Retention basin

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Location: Genk, Hasselt, South Limburg, Flanders, Belgium

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Jeff S

January 28, 2024

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Wachtebeke provides an extra water hole in the neighborhood...

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June 20, 2026

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The retention basin at Thor Park in Genk (Waterschei) is a large body of water that protects the Stiemerbeek valley from flooding. It is nestled between the historic mine buildings and the monumental slag heap.

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Mike

November 14, 2025

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A retention basin may not be the most prominent feature on a map, but it's a unique element in the landscape of the Hoge Kempen region and surrounding nature reserves. It's an artificial water reservoir designed to temporarily store excess rain and stream water. But beyond its practical function, the retention basin has developed into a surprisingly beautiful place where nature and water management converge.

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Elevation 110 m

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Location: Genk, Hasselt, South Limburg, Flanders, Belgium

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