Priority Action 7 - Coronation Parade, East Pier to Copt Point

Coronation Parade, East Pier to Copt Point (20/16)

Summary
In addition to repairs necessary to prevent further concrete abrasion, and deterioration of the reinforcement, parts of the wall should be reconstructed. Frequent fluctuation in low beach levels mean that structural repairs alone will not ensure the long term viability of the wall and wave borne debris will continue to abrade it. The costs for this option have been estimated as an initial structural repair and ongoing patch and repair costs.

In addition to the structural improvement of the arches the sand beach will need to be monitored and managed. It may be necessary to construct a rock revetment to prevent outflanking at the eastern end of Coronation Parade to ensure longevity of the defence. Consideration will also need to be given to the effective management of the cliff and slopes above.

Although at present there is no urgency to undertake works with time the existing defences will deteriorate and by 2003 their residual life is likely to be less than 5 years.

Estimated cost over the next fifty years (£)
£1,075,000

Estimated benefit over the next fifty years (£)
£10,000,000

Implementation Plan (subject to competing national priorities and funding)
Scheme Appraisal (Year): 2003
Implement (Year): 2004/5

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