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The Thames Barrier is a flood prevention barrier on the river Thames east of London. Its purpose is to prevent London flooding at times of exceptionally high tides.
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What river is the Thames barrier built on?
The Thames...
What protects londan from flooding by the river thames?
The Thames Barrier
How far is it from the Thames Barrier to the source of the River Thames?
About 170 miles.
What did they build on the river Thames and why?
The Thames Barrier ! To stop flooding in the Capital City.
What is Thames water barrier?
The Thames Barrier is a device that can be raised across the river Thames to prevent London from flooding during particularly high tides.
How is the river thames controlled?
The tidal part of the river is controlled by the Thames Barrier. The rest of the river is controlled by a series of locks and weirs.
Which famous character in literature is linked to the source of the River Thames?
Old Father Thames.
When did the gates on the river thames get finished?
The Thames Flood Barrier was ready for use in May 1984.
What was the thames barrier used for?
The Thames Barrier is used to prevent London from flooding. Under normal conditions it lies on the bed of the river Thames and is only raised when an exceptionally high tide is expected.
How many lakes and sea's are linked to the river thames?
The River Thames has 51 different tributaries that run into an infinite number of lakes and seas in Europe. It is perhaps the most famous river in Europe.
Why does the river thames have a flood barrier?
To stop the flood tide from coming upstream and flooding London
What river is in London?
That would be the River Thames.
