The Holderness Coast Flashcards
(9 cards)
1
Q
Where does the Holderness coast begin and end?
A
Flamborough Head (begins)
Spurn Head spit (ends)
2
Q
Which SMP/sediment cell is the Holderness coast part of?
A
2
3
Q
Name 4 reasons why the Holderness coast is susceptible to flooding
A
- Boulder clay cliffs
- Long fetch from the Arctic
- Narrow beach
- Lack of sediment from erosion further up the coastline
4
Q
Name the 4 sea defenced that have been installed at Mappleton
A
- Rock groynes
- Rock revetment
- Regrading of the cliffs
- Beach nourishment
5
Q
Name the coastal defence used at Hornsea
A
Groynes
6
Q
Name the coastal defence used at Easington gas terminal
A
Sea wall
7
Q
What did Spurn Head used to have as a coastal defence to protect it?
A
Sea wall and groynes
8
Q
What is the name of the area where the farm is rapidly eroding due to coastal management at Mappleton?
A
Great Cowden
9
Q
What is the average rate of erosion on the Holderness coastline each year?
A
1.5-2m per year
