Thames Flood Barrier
The Thames Barrier is the world's second-largest movable flood barrier (after the Oosterscheldekering in the Netherlands) and is located downstream of central London, United Kingdom. Operational since 1982, its purpose is to prevent the floodplain of all but the easternmost boroughs of Greater London from being flooded by exceptionally high tides and storm surges moving up from the North Sea. When needed, it is closed (raised) during high tide; at low tide it can be opened to enhance the river's flow towards the sea.
Built approximately 3 km due east of the Isle of Dogs, its northern bank is in Silvertown in the London Borough of Newham and its southern bank is in the New Charlton area of the Royal Borough of Greenwich. The report of Sir Hermann Bondi on the North Sea flood of 1953 affecting parts of the Thames Estuary and parts of London was instrumental in the building of the barrier.
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How the Thames Barrier protects London from flooding.
The Thames Barrier is London's main defence against flooding. This barrier consists of 520 metres of gates spanning the River Thames which close to create a solid wall of steel preventing water flowing upstream towards the capital.
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The Thames Barrier, located in London, is currently ranked second on the list of the World's Largest Moveable Flood Barrier's.
After the flood of 1953, which claimed the lives of around three hundred people, it was obvious that something needed to be done about the rising water problem; the Thames Barrier was the solution.
The flood barrier became operational in 1982 and was built to be of use until 2070.
Run and maintained by The Environment Agency, the barrier stretches across two hundred and fifty meters of the Thames River.
The most recent closure of the barriers was in November 9th, 2007 due to a large storm surge in the North Sea.
The lights reflecting off the waters at night help make this landmark a modern marvel worth visiting day or night.
Flooding Emergency: London's River Thames Barrier In Action!
This film starts by showing London's Thames Barrier at high tide with the barriers raised (ie: closed) and then shows some of them opening.
Also seen is the nearby Thames Barrier Park and from other visits in 2013 it also shows the river at low tide and some boats passing through the Barrier.
How does the Thames barrier protect London from floodings
Originally published on February 18, 2014
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The Thames Barrier was built in 1982 on the Thames on the eastern side of the capital at Woolwich, it was constructed to prevent water flowing upstream towards London during high tides, inundating areas upriver and causing flooding in densely populated areas of the capital.
The barrier, made up of 10 steel gates, has a span of 520 metres across the river. Each gate is 15 metres tall.
In an open position, the gates lie flat allowing the Thames to flow freely and ships to pass through the gates.
When the closed position is activated, it takes up to 75-90 minutes for the gates to rotate upwards and create a steel wall that block the river.
In an underspill position the barrier allows a controlled amount of water to pass under the gate and up the Thames.
The recent flooding and heavy rain in the UK mean that the barrier has been closed 28 times since 6 December, which represents one fifth of all the closures - about 150 - since it was inaugurated, according to one of the barrier's controller, Eamonn Forde, quoted by the BBC.
According to the BBC, the barrier was designed to last up to the year 2030, but recent analyses suggested that even with the predicted sea level rise from climate change, the barrier could still be enough to protect London until 2060-70.
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LONDON Walk Tour THAMES PATH from NORTH GREENWICH to THAMES BARRIER - England
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The Thames Barrier prevents the floodplain of most of Greater London from being flooded by exceptionally high tides and storm surges moving up from the North Sea. It has been operational since 1982. When needed, it is closed during high tide; at low tide it can be opened to restore the river's flow towards the sea.
Architect: Roger Walters.
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Thames Barrier Park London
Thames Barrier Park is one of London's newest riverside parks.
beautiful Thames Barrier Park, opened in 2001, was London's first new park for half a century.
Thames Barrier - London, England, United Kingdom
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- ... We were going to walk all the way to the Thames Barrier and finish the Southbank, but we struggled to get out of bed, and by the time we started, it was already 11:00 Out ...
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- ... Around the base of the sundial, depicts scenes in London 's history, from its founding until the building of the Thames Barrier (a flood gate) in 1982 ...
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Thames Barrier
The Thames Barrier is the second largest flood defence barrier in the world. It is credited with having helped London grow into a global capital – transforming the lives of millions of people who have worked, lived in or visited London since it opened.
The barrier was built over a 520m wide stretch of the Thames near Woolwich in south London as part of a system of flood defences in London. Without the barrier, frequent tidal flooding of the Thames would submerge buildings along the river as well as the underground.
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Thames barrier park. London.
Thames barrier park. London.
London, UK--Building The Thames Barrier Documentary 1980s Pt 1 of 3
Something a bit different now, an old GLC video about the building of the Thames Barrier. It explaines why it was built and how it was built in detail, quite an interesting film. I will upload in three parts so there will be two more to follow soon. If you liked the video please subscribe to my channel, there are lots more transport & quirky vids to upload!
Thames Barriers - London, United Kingdom
Thames Barrier
The Thames Barrier is the second largest flood defence barrier in the world. It is credited with having helped London grow into a global capital – transforming the lives of millions of people who have worked, lived in or visited London since it opened.
The barrier was built over a 520m wide stretch of the Thames near Woolwich in south London as part of a system of flood defences in London. Without the barrier, frequent tidal flooding of the Thames would submerge buildings along the river as well as the underground.
To learn more about the Thames Barrier click here:
#ICEWatereng#CivilEngineering #ThamesBarrier
The Closure of the Thames Barrier
Time lapse footage of the Thames Barrier's annual closure, 6 Oct 2013.
The Thames Barrier is London's main defence against flooding in the event of a tidal surge. (Around 1m people, more than 10% of the population, live directly on the Thames flood plain). It was completed in 1982 since when it's closed over 120 times to prevent floods.
Although the barrier is closed monthly for maintenance, a full tidal check only happens twice a year in the spring and the autumn.
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Ship video - HMS Ocean passes the Thames Barrier and arrives in London 13 July 2012
A video showing the helicopter carrier HMS Ocean passing through the Thames Barrier and arriving in Greenwich, London on the evening of 13 July 2012.
The ship will be anchored in Greenwich and will provide security for the duration of the Olympic Games 2012.
Thames Barrier, London, UK -- EsriWaterGuy
Esri Water Guy visits the second largest river in London, Thames River. Hear some tid bits from the Esri Water Guy about how the Thames Barrier plays a critical role in flood control.
How does the Thames barrier protects London from floodings
Originally published on February 18, 2014
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The Thames Barrier was built in 1982 on the Thames on the eastern side of the capital at Woolwich, it was constructed to prevent water flowing upstream towards London during high tides, inundating areas upriver and causing flooding in densely populated areas of the capital.
The barrier, made up of 10 steel gates, has a span of 520 metres across the river. Each gate is 15 metres tall.
In an open position, the gates lie flat allowing the Thames to flow freely and ships to pass through the gates.
When the closed position is activated, it takes up to 75-90 minutes for the gates to rotate upwards and create a steel wall that block the river.
In an underspill position the barrier allows a controlled amount of water to pass under the gate and up the Thames.
The recent flooding and heavy rain in the UK mean that the barrier has been closed 28 times since 6 December, which represents one fifth of all the closures - about 150 - since it was inaugurated, according to one of the barrier's controller, Eamonn Forde, quoted by the BBC.
According to the BBC, the barrier was designed to last up to the year 2030, but recent analyses suggested that even with the predicted sea level rise from climate change, the barrier could still be enough to protect London until 2060-70.
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Thames barrier up, view of London!!
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