Buckshole Reservoir safety improvement works begin

Work is set to begin in September 2021 at Buckshole Reservoir to ensure that the reservoir meets Environment Agency identified safety standards.

A new spillway channel following the route of the existing channel will be constructed to protect the dam from larger predicted flood events in the future and a new outlet pipe will be installed. These works should be finished by Spring 2022.

Once the main works are complete there will be significant landscaping work which will include the replacement of the trees removed earlier this year and some new planting and reinstatement of the grassed areas used for access during construction activities.

Jackson Civil Engineering, the contractors for these works, will keep residents and the council up to date with progress and will ensure that there is minimal impact to the rest of the park whilst these necessary works go ahead.

Andy Nailor, Contracts Manager at Jackson Civil Engineering, said,
"Jackson Civil Engineering are pleased to have been awarded the contract to carry out the safety improvement works to Buckshole Reservoir and are looking forward to working with Hastings Borough Council and other local stakeholders to deliver this important scheme for the town"

Cllr Maya Evans, lead councillor for Environment, said,

"The Environment Agency, who monitor and inspect dams, told the council that we need to undertake a number of safety improvements to Buckshole Reservoir by 2022, to help reduce the risk of flooding downstream.

"These essential works are significant, and we are working closely with the appointed contractors to ensure everything goes smoothly and that disruption is minimised.

"When the work is completed we will ensure that the trees and vegetation are replaced and allowed to thrive so that everyone can enjoy the beauty of this area of the park once again in the warmer months next year".