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To stop the flood tide from coming upstream and flooding London
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Is the Thames barrier linked to the river Thames?
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.
When did the gates on the river thames get finished?
The Thames Flood Barrier was ready for use in May 1984.
Can Thames flood?
The Thames can flood, but the waters are contained by the Flood Barrier at Woolwich
What is a major dam for the river thames?
There are no dams on the river Thames.Unless you are referring to the Thames Flood Barrier.This is downstream of central London, and it is a closeable barrier designed to hold back the sea when storms threaten to flood London.
Does the thames flood?
because its tidal
What river is the Thames barrier built on?
The Thames...
What flood defenses protect London?
They are along the thames. The Thames Barrier at Greenwich.
On which river was the world's second largest flood barrier opened in 1982 to protect one of Great Britain's great cities?
Thames
Are there any levees on the river thames?
The Thames Flood Barrier is a structure which normally lies on the bed of the river downstream from central London which can be raised when an exceptionally high tide is expected, thereby preventing London from flooding.
What protects londan from flooding by the river thames?
The Thames Barrier
How many dams are there on the river Thames?
None. There is a tidal barrier, east of London for flood prevention and several weirs, but no dams.
How far is it from the Thames Barrier to the source of the River Thames?
About 170 miles.
