Flashcards in Coasts - Thames Gateway Project Deck (9)
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1
Q
Name the locations of the 2 gates
A
Teddington Weir & Canvey Island
2
Q
How many hours notice is required to shut the gate?
A
7 hours
3
Q
How many times a year was the gate expected to shut?
A
2-3 times/year
4
Q
How many times a year is the gate shut?
A
~16 times/year
5
Q
By which year is the gate expected to have to close on every high tide?
A
2050
6
Q
How much area does the barrier protect?
A
125 square miles
7
Q
How many people does the barrier protect?
A
1.25 million people
8
Q
What value of property does the river protect?
A
£80 billion
9
Q
How long is the barrier?
A
520m
