WOTL: Reservoir - Kielder Water Flashcards
1
Q
Uses?
A
Regulate flow of river Tyne HEP system supply 10 000 people Wildlife conservation: 42km shore Tourism 300 000 visitors a year Employment opportunities (activity instructors)
2
Q
Site info?
A
Base rock impermeable volcanic rock
>1370mm pa
Sparsely populated
3
Q
Advantages?
A
Clean water has encouraged salmon and trout
More jobs
Increased water supply
Stop flooding
4
Q
Disadvantages?
A
Flooded and area of ONB
Displaced farmers and 7 houses
Not needed, never been less than 90% full
1.5 million trees cut down
5
Q
Built?
A
1982
