Trefusis Park Flood Relief Scheme Progress Update

Strategic Insights -

A significant development is underway at Trefusis Park, with contractor Kier having started on-site work earlier this year. The project, led by Plymouth City Council and the UK Government, aims to alleviate flooding concerns in the area. To ensure public safety and maintain accessibility, the council has implemented temporary measures, including clearing paths in the woods and establishing a new sewer at the Compton Vale end of the park.

Key Takeaways:

  • Kier, the contractor, has secured the site, removed topsoil, and employed security staff to maintain 24/7 presence.
  • A gate has been installed to prevent dogs from accessing the children's playpark, and residents have attended a "Meet the Team" event to engage with project plans.
  • Teams from the Council have cleared paths in the woods to maintain access to a canopied area, despite the main recreational space being out of action.
  • Work on laying a new sewer at the Compton Vale end of the park began, with a temporary path established through the community orchard to ensure access.
  • The main seasonal wetland basins work will start within the next few weeks, involving the filling of a stream and replanting irises in Central Park.
  • The project aims to alleviate flooding concerns in the area.
  • Plymouth City Council and the UK Government are leading the project.

Statistics:

  • Work on the Trefusis Park Flood Relief Scheme started on site earlier this year.
  • The first step in the project involved securing the site, removing topsoil, and employing security staff.
  • A temporary path through the community orchard has been established, which will continue until the end of July.
  • Work on the main seasonal wetland basins will begin within the next few weeks.
  • The irises that grow in the stream will be replanted in Central Park.

Sources:

  • Trefusis Park Flood Relief Scheme | PLYMOUTH.GOV.UK