Bacton (north Norfolk)👹 Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
What type of engineering is being done
A
Soft
2
Q
What’s being done to protect the coastline?
A
-sandscaping - aims to protect 6km stretch
3
Q
What is being protected and whys it important?
A
Gas terminal
Supplies 1/3 UK gas energy security
4
Q
How much is it costing
A
£20 mil
5
Q
What are the advantages?
A
Sandscaping protects gas terminal + local homes
Aesthetic benefits - enhanced beach
Locals + businesses appreciate protection
6
Q
What are the disadvantages?
A
High cost
Temporary - sand will eventually erode
Ecological impacts of dredging
Interrupts natural sediment process
