Frequently asked questions

As part of the wider flood alleviation works at Gerddi Cae Glas / Viaduct Gardens, property level protection measures will be installed at business properties in the Quay area to provide individual flood protection. In addition, the gardens, which are integral to the scheme, will also undergo relandscaping works. Conceptual drawings are available here *Link to drawings page*

There is another scheme being developed at the North Promenade region of Barmouth. The sea defence at this area has been subject to several damages over recent years. In addition to the deterioration of coastal structures, the area has also been subject to tidal overtopping. The proposed flood alleviation scheme for this region is looking at improving the standard of protection over a 1.2km section of wall as well as installing rock revetment and shingle beach nourishment.

The surface water drainage system network, located within the highway, will be upgraded therefore there will be a significant disruption to the road. One lane of road will remain open at all times with traffic lights in place to manage. Slight disruption will also occur due to the improvement works on the sea wall and re-landscaping the gardens. Residents will be informed of the works and timescales and engaged with throughout the construction life cycle.

A community drop-in session has taken place during June 2023 where the local community were provided with the opportunity to have their say on the plans for the site.

Once a contractor has been appointed in March 2024, a ‘meet the contractor’ session will take place to provide an opportunity for the community to get to know the contractor and ask any questions in relation to the works. Details will be shared in due course so keep a look out!

The Council and YGC are keen to hear from the residents of Barmouth so we can understand your thoughts on the project, or if you have any complaints or queries about our work. Visit our contact page to get in touch.

The commonly used phrases of “1 in 100-year, 1 in 50-year flood” and so forth refers to the estimated probability of a storm event happening in any given year. A 1 in 100-year flood has a 1% chance (or 1-in-a-100 chance) of occurring in any given year. The term “1 in 100-year flood” allows us to place a particular weather event in context with other similar events. It is therefore incorrect to believe that a 100-year storm happens only once every 100 years.