Environment Agency is progressing works which are part of the second phase of construction for Exeter’s new £32 million flood defence scheme.

From 7 November 2016, BMM JV, working on behalf of the Environment Agency, will divert cables and water mains on the Quayside to make way for the installation of concrete piles to support the flood gates outside the waterfront.

Work will also start on temporary defences – the barriers that can be put up when flooding is likely – which follow the line of the existing bollards at the quay. New bollards will hold the barriers in place during a flood. Work will also start on building a 120 metre concrete flood wall.

Richard Cox, for the Environment Agency said the Agency was continuing to build the flood defences in a way which minimises disruption to those living, working and visiting Exeter.

Overall, the scheme will reduce flood risk to more than 3,000 homes and businesses in Exeter.

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