"River Tees Management Example Flashcards
What topic is the River Tees Management Example part of?
Physical Landscapes Rivers
What is the River Tees Management an example of?
An example of a flood management scheme to show why it required, management strategy and issues.
Where is River Tees located?
North East England
What are the reasons of the River Tees Management Example?
- High run off at the upper course due to V shaped valley.
- 23,500 people at risk of flooding around the Tees area.
- Lower course at risk from tidal flooding.
What are the different managements of the River Tees Example?
- Flood Warning
- Flood Gates
- The Tees Barrage
- Cow Green Reservoir
How are flood warnings used for the River Tees Management Example?
Early flood warnings are given to residents using the Met Office, police and emergency services.
How are flood gates used in the River Tees Management Example?
Flood gates in Yarm. If there is a flood warnings, the gates will be lowered to create a barrier.
How does the Tees Barrage work for the River Tees Management Example?
The Tees Barrage kept at a high level to reduce risk of flooding at high tide.
How does the Cow Green Reservoir link to the River Tees Management Example?
It holds 40,000 million litres of water so that in times of heavy rainfall, it can store water.
What are the positive issues of a flood warning in the River Tees Management Example?
Social - Residents have opportunity to evacuate and move valuables.
Economic - Cheap
What are the negative issues of a flood warning for the River Tees Management Example?
Environmental - Flooding still occurs
What are the positive issues for flood gates in the River Tees Management Example?
Social - Can be used as fishing platforms for locals.
What are the negative issues for the River Tees Management Example?
Economic - Cost £2.1 million
Environmental - Not visually attractive
What are the positive issues with the Tees Barrage for the River Tees Management Example?
Social - Recreation e.g. white water rafting and canoeing
What are the negative issues with the Tees Barrage for the River Tees Management Example?
Economic - £54 million
Environmental - Not visually attractive