Thesaurus Term/Concept: FLOOD DEFENCES

Identifier 70445
Class MONUMENT TYPE
Status Preferred
Index? Yes
Scope Note Manmade constructions used to prevent water flooding the surrounding area. Often taking the form of a bank or wall but may be more elaborate e.g. the Thames Barrier.

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Context Record
Monument Type MCC42 Late medieval riverbank, the Hythe, Colchester (Monument)