Ynys-hir

Year Implemented

2010

Project Type

Managed realignment

Country

United Kingdom

Location

Dyfi (Ceredigion)

Longitude

-3.9383

Latitude

52.5523

Habitat(s) Created
  • Saltmarsh

Size

6 Hectares

Why Undertaken
  • Habitat Enhancement

  • Improve Flood Protection

Project Description Summary

This project involved the construction of a new defence line to landwards; pipe and sluice installation (90cm diameter set at 0.64mOD invert level).

Reprofiling and excavation of saline lagoons; creation of an artificial creek system; creation of three islands.

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