Alexandra Canal, Singapore
Alexandra Canal is a 1.2-kilometer long functional and concrete canal in Singapore which stretches from Tanglin Road to Delta Road and Prince Charles Crescent. The canal has been converted into a recreational destination as a part of the Active, Beautiful and Clean (ABC) Water Programme undertaken by the Public Utilities Board of Singapore.
Reconstruction of Alexandra Canal between Tanglin Road and Kim Seng Road took place from 1997 to 2008 to improve the structural condition of the canal and to alleviate flooding in the catchment. A 200m stretch of the open waterway near Tanglin Road was decked over to create an interesting water cascade and water play area. The deck also provides a vantage point from which the public can have a clear view of the revitalised waterway downstream.
Coordinates: 1°18′N 103°47′E / 1.300°N 103.783°E
Located in the central part of Singapore, Alexandra Canal is one of the upper reaches of the Singapore River. The 2.4 km long canal stretches from Tanglin Road to Delta Road. Reconstruction of Alexandra Canal between Tanglin Road and Kim Seng Road took place from 1997 to 2008 to improve the structural condition of the canal and to alleviate flooding in the catchment. A 200m stretch of the open waterway near Tanglin Road was decked over to create an interesting water cascade and water play area. The deck also provides a vantage point from which the public can have a clear view of the revitalised waterway downstream. However, the canal is now cement-covered.
The Educational Hut's information panels were developed by students from the Digital Art and Manga Club of Crescent Girls' School (CGS) in collaboration with PUB. These panels touch on water-related topics such as the Four National Taps and ABC Waters Programme, and highlight the importance of keeping our waterways clean.
One of the ABC Waters design features at Alexandra Canal is the series of wetland systems and plants. These wetland plants are located at the decked-over stretch of the canal near Tanglin Road. Water is pumped from the canal into the wetlands, where sediments, nutrients and other impurities are removed through the plants and filter media. The treated clean water is then channelled to the rock scape garden and back into the canal, eventually ending up in Marina Reservoir. The wetland plants also beautify the landscape, and serve as a natural habitat for fishes, dragonflies and other wildlife.
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