Climate actions
Storm surge gates / flood barriers are fixed installations that, in normal conditions, allow water to pass and that, thanks to gates or bulkheads, can be closed in case of storm surges or spring tides to prevent flooding and It can be installed to close the sea mouth of a river or waterway. These barriers can be major infrastructure systems and are often linked with other flood protection measures, such dikes, seawalls and beach nourishment. Storm surge barriers are normally used to protect urban settlements and infrastructures heavily affected by storm surges and sea flooding. High costs for construction and maintenance.
Storm surge gates / flood barriers
Objective
Protect urban areas and infrastructure where storm surges and sea flooding could have major impacts.
Description
Their number in Europe is rather limited due to the heavy construction costs.Expected results
Provide protection for settlements and infrastructure against seaward storm surges.
Result indicators
Money saved by avoiding flooding [€]
Involved actors
Stakeholders and local authorities.
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