River Landscapes Flashcards

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1
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What is the name of the town in which embankments were constructed?

A

Banbury

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What date did the flood management scheme in Banbury begin?

A

2012

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3
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How long was the earth embankment in Banbury?

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2.9km

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4
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What motorway was the embankment built paralell to?

A

M40

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What social impacts did the flood management at Banbury have?

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  • Reduced anxiety
  • improved quality of life for people
  • A361 will open during a flood to minimise road disruption
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What economic impacts did the flood management at Banbury have?

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  • Cost £18.5 million
  • Money was given from the environment agency
  • The embankment protects 441 houses and 73 businesses, this will save £100 million in savings
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What environmental impacts did the flood management at Banbury have?

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  • 100,000 tonnes of earth taken from nearby creating a reservoir
  • creation of new habitats
  • part of the floodplain will be allowed to flood during high river levels
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