Coasts - Thames Gateway Project Flashcards

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1
Q

Name the locations of the 2 gates

A

Teddington Weir & Canvey Island

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2
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How many hours notice is required to shut the gate?

A

7 hours

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3
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How many times a year was the gate expected to shut?

A

2-3 times/year

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4
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How many times a year is the gate shut?

A

~16 times/year

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5
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By which year is the gate expected to have to close on every high tide?

A

2050

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6
Q

How much area does the barrier protect?

A

125 square miles

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7
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How many people does the barrier protect?

A

1.25 million people

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8
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What value of property does the river protect?

A

£80 billion

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9
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How long is the barrier?

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520m

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