Natural Flood Management works in Alderton, including temporary footpath adjustments during the works

aldertonpc
Sep 25
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As part of our ongoing efforts to build resilience to flooding and better protect our village, works will be taking place over the coming weeks to implement the Natural Flood Management scheme.

These improvements are designed to reduce the amount of surface water entering Alderton’s drainage system during periods of heavy or sustained rainfall. While this project won’t eliminate flooding entirely, it will significantly reduce the severity and likelihood of future issues, helping to ease pressure on the village’s drainage network.

Temporary Diversions

During this period, there will be temporary diversions in place to ensure everyone can walk safely while works are carried out, particularly during the creation of the swale.

Please follow all diversion signs for your safety and to help the works run smoothly.
Below is a map to show where these diversions are expected.

Planned Road Closure – 27th & 28th October

Please note there will be a road closure on Beckford Road on 27th and 28th October to allow essential clearance work to take place at Millennium Copse.

We kindly ask all residents to plan ahead and avoid this area during the closure.

Why This Matters

This scheme is part of a long-term strategy to manage surface water naturally, protecting homes, roads, and infrastructure in our community. By slowing down the flow of water and diverting it in a controlled way, we aim to reduce the risk of future flooding events.