Interim Measures Report
June 2024
The Midleton Flood Relief Scheme Interim Measures Report has been made publicly available;
In parallel with developing the scheme, CCC requested that Arup assess the potential interim measures that may be carried out across the scheme area in order to provide flood mitigation before the scheme is implemented. These measures do not generally provide the equivalent standard of protection offered by a proposed flood relief scheme, but can provide some protection against flood risk for lower return period events (i.e. more frequent but less severe events).
This report details the interim measures which have already been progressed in the aftermath of Storm Babet (18/10/23). The report also recommends a number of interim measures that should be implemented as a matter of urgency as well as measures that require a more detailed assessment to determine their suitability in Midleton. A summary of these measures is listed below.
Recommended interim measures to be implemented as a matter of urgency:
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River channel and drainage system clearance and maintenance works at various locations. This includes the removal of excess vegetation and sediment build up at key locations.
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Removal of gravel deposition from river and floodplain at Moore’s Lane
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Repairs to a number of non-return valves
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Installation of additional hydrometric gauges
Recommended interim measures / advance works which require further detailed feasibility studies:
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Implementation of a flood forecasting system for the town
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Implementation of IPP for properties at risk
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Assessment of the impact of advance works being constructed at key locations in the town.
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Assessment of temporary measures for the Woodlands Estate and the impact on flood risk downstream of the estate.
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Feasibility study for the construction of debris screens upstream in the catchment