Herne bay - Rivers And Coasts Flashcards
Where is herne bay
On the east coast of England in kent (north coast of kent)
Why are there costal defenses in herne bay
It is an area of high value land, with a population of over 40,000
It is low lying so must be protected
Historic buildings, like the clock tower
Popular area for tourists
Lots of small businesses on the sea front
What are the advantages and disadvantages of the breakwater in herne bay
Breakwater - a barrier built out into the sea to protect the coast or harbour from the force of the waves
A:
Defends over 600m
Creates a harbour
Presents an opportunity to upgrade the seafront
D:
Cost £3.5 million to build
Took 78 weeks to build
Many believe it to be an eyesore
What are the advantages and disadvantages of the groynes in herne bay
A: effective at trapping sediment
Maintains a wide beach + beach stability
D: make it hard to walk along the beach (restrict beach access)
Starves beaches further up of sediment
Easily damaged in storms
What are the advantages and disadvantages of the sea wall in herne bay
A: A carved sea wall absorbs the energy and the waves are reflected back into the sea
Protects the town from dangerous storms
D: takes away from the beauty of the beach
Restricts beach access
Can be hazardous for children
What are the advantages and disadvantages of the beach nourishment in herne bay
A:
Creates a healthy looking beach, which encourages tourists to visit
Creates a natural beach / barrier against erosion
D:
Sand or shingle can easily be transported away by longshore drift
