Coastal landscapes Flashcards

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What was the name of the coastline being managed?

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Lyme Regis

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How many phases were there to the coastal protection in Lyme Regis?

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4 phases

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How much did phase one cost?

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£1.4 million

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What did phase one involve?

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  • New Sea wall

- Stabilised the cliffs with nails, this allowed the rocks to be held together.

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How much did stage 2 at Lyme Regis cost?

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£22 million

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What did phase 2 involve?

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  • New sea wall and promenades

- Extension of rock armour at the Cobb and eastern sea front.

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What happened to stage 3 of the coastal defence at Lyme Regis?

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It was never undertaken as the costs outweighed the benefits.

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What did phase 4 involve?

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  • involved building a 390m sea wall in front of the existing wall.
  • Extensive nailing of the cliffs and drainage to stabilise the cliffs. This protected 480 homes.
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How much did phase 4 cost?

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£20 million

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What positive outcomes did the coastal management at Lyme Regis have?

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  • New beaches have increased visitor numbers
  • New defences have stood up to recent storms
  • The harbour is now better protected which benefits fishermen and boat owners.
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What negative impacts has the management at Lyme Regis had?

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  • The increased visitor numbers have led to conflicts with the local residents
  • Increased traffic and litter
  • Some people feel the new defences have spoilt the natural environment
  • The new sea wall may impact the coastline further down, causing conflict elsewhere
  • Stabilising the cliffs may prevent landslides that could lead to fossils being revealed - a potential conflict.
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