London Thames Case Study Flashcards
1
Q
How much has sea level risen since 1780 (London Thames)
A
1.5 metres
2
Q
Main risk to Thames
A
Storm surges from the Atlantic down to the north sea
3
Q
How much land does the Thames barrier prevent flooding
A
48 square miles
4
Q
How many people does the barrier protect
A
1.25 million approx.
5
Q
How much did the barrier cost
A
£500 million
6
Q
How much £ of infrastructure does the barrier protec
A
£200 million
7
Q
How many times on average is the barrier used a year
A
6-7 times
