Schedule of proposed restoration works
SCHEDULE OF IMPROVEMENT MAINTENANCE WORKS
The following works are envisaged at this time, although some will probably not be carried out in the immediate future.
A. Dredging
1. Riverhead to Whinhill Lock, with a small amount immediately below Whinhill Lock.
2. Wansford Lock to 200 metres below Snakeholme Lock, with a small amount above Wansford Lock.
B. Bridge replacement
1. Wansford Bridge, including landing system to operate bridge.
2. Whinhill Bridge.
3. Snakeholm Bridge.
4. Landing facility at Brigham Bridge and Sailing Club.
C. Lock Renovation
1. Wansford Lock full renovation including construction of a bywash and installation of stop plank grooves
2. Replacement of decayed timber floors in all locks where required
3. Installation of recessed lock ladders at Town Lock
4. Minor landscaping at Snakeholme and Whinhill Locks
5. Back pumping for use in drought conditions
D. Frodingham Landing
1. Landscaping work, involving some levelling and improvement to track.
2. Construction of boater facilities and public facilities
3. Installation of a slipway
4. Picnic tables
E. General
1. Erection of information boards (as at Whinhill) and location signs.
2. Partial cutting back of overhanging trees and brushwood.
3. Levelling towpaths where unsafe for public use.
Much of this work will be “as and when” funds permit.