Overview
This project will maintain the existing high level of tidal flood risk protection to thousands of homes, businesses and infrastructure on Canvey Island into the future.
Plan of closures and Diversions
From 3rd January 2024 there will be a monthly drop in on the first Wednesday of every month instead of weekly. This will take place at Sue's Cafe on Furtherwick Road from 11am-12noon.
Background
The Environment Agency will be renewing and improving the erosion protection on the seaward face of the tidal defences, known as revetment. This will take place along a 3km stretch between Thorney Bay and the Island Yacht Club as shown on the map below.
More information can be found regarding the scheme on the website https://consult.environment-agency.gov.uk/east-anglia-c-e/canvey-southern-shoreline-project/
How were Canvey Island's current tidal defences built
Getting to know Canvey Island tidal defences
Canvey Southern Shoreline Councillor Factsheet
November Archealogical Surveys Factsheet