Part of Kendal’s £76 million Flood Risk Management Scheme is now complete after six months of work.
A new 600mm flood wall has been built at Romney Gardens with imprinted brick to blend into the local style and will now provide increased flood protection to properties nearby.
Natland Road has seen a similar development with a new flood wall built along the riverside footpath. The flood wall varies in height from 300mm – 500mm and is finished in imprinted stone.
Contractors from VolkerStevin have also undertaken landscaping and tree planting. Over 1,900 ornamental shrubs and plants and seven new trees have been planted. The mixture of species will bring a diverse habitat for insects and provide extensive foraging for birds and other wildlife. It will also be an area the community and visitors can enjoy.
Stewart Mounsey, flood risk manager for Cumbria said: “Our thanks once again goes to residents and businesses for their patience whilst we carry out these essential works as part of the overall flood scheme. Our teams are working hard to make sure any work and disruption are kept to a minimum.
“Once completed the £76 million flood scheme will better protect homes and businesses from flooding in the Kent catchment and improve the local environment and community amenities.
“With some smart planning, we were able to deliver this part of the scheme without removing any riverside trees. We have made a commitment to the people of Kendal to improve the river corridor in the town with extensive tree planting throughout.
“Despite our efforts, we cannot prevent all flooding. It’s vital everyone knows the threat to them and how to keep loved ones, property and possession safe.”
Go to the Gov.uk website or search ‘know my flood risk’ to sign up for Environment Agency flood warnings, receive information on the risk in your area and what to do in a flood: https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk
