We completed a major refurbishment project at a strategically important water treatment works, extending the lifespan – by over 10 years – of a critical asset whilst mitigating the need for a costly and carbon intensive new build alternative.
Storm tank installation
A 55 cubic metre sectional-steel storm tank with sustainable features was installed at a wastewater treatment site to comply with regulations to cut sewage overflows. The works significantly reduced running costs for our client and allowed them to meet specified carbon reduction targets while increasing stormwater capacity to help protect local waterways for decades to come.
Large-scale weir removal
We successfully opened 340 miles of catchment in the largest project of its kind – in the country – by removing a 70 meter wide, 900 year old medieval weir. Removing the weir significantly improved fish migration, spawning grounds and habitat. Fallen water levels have also allowed natural ecological processes to recommence.
Preventing flooding with embankment repairs
We collaborated with our client to complete essential bank stabilisation works to prevent flooding in the surrounding area.
Improving gauging station functionality
Supporting the Environment Agency on its AOMR Framework, we completed essential gravel removal and relocation at Thorverton Gauging Station in Devon.
Natural flood management & habitat enhancement
Working on behalf of a National Park, Stonbury installed natural flood defences designed to enhance biodiversity within an upland river.
Reducing carbon in riverbank maintenance
Stonbury has returned to the River Severn to complete embankment maintenance for its sixth year, introducing new measures on behalf of the client to significantly reduce carbon emissions.
Larinier type fish pass installation
Stonbury were commissioned to install a fish pass at Crumpwood Weir, near Uttoxeter, which was identified as a significant barrier to fish migration.
Chalk stream restoration
A local Rivers Trust contracted Stonbury to restore a section of an SSSI-designated chalk stream in Hampshire to a more natural, ecologically resilient state.
Reedbed refurbishments
Stonbury were engaged to carry out refurbishment works to a reedbed system at a Water Recycling Centre (WRC) in the South of England.
Bank reinstatement and erosion protection
Stonbury delivered a long-lasting hybrid green engineering solution to re-shape and stabilise a section of riverbank after the existing sandstone retaining wall had eroded.
Fish rescue and relocation ahead of scheduled desilting at Trews Weir
We supported biodiversity protection on the River Exe with a specialist fish relocation, allowing planned desilting works to proceed safely under the AOMR framework.
Flood mitigation
Stonbury was contracted by the Environment Agency to complete an initial vegetation cut, followed by other flood mitigation measures on an 800-metre stretch alongside the River Isbourne.
Improving gauging station access
We delivered a custom access solution for the Environment Agency to support safer inspections in Devon.
River embankment maintenance
After a successful past three years, Stonbury was again selected by the Environment Agency to complete essential maintenance works to 35 kilometres of flood embankments along the River Severn.
Riverbank erosion works
Stonbury was enlisted to install emergency erosion control measures to a riverbank in Northwest England after a section had collapsed.
Pumping station bridge replacement
A specialist Stonbury team was deployed to undertake the replacement of a bridge for the Environment Agency.
Boardwalk refurbishment
Stonbury was contracted by the Environment Agency to refurbish the boardwalk alongside a river which flows through a public park in the midlands during a four-week programme.
Lake restoration
Stonbury were approached by a private client to restore a neglected lake and its surrounding area. The lake had accumulated a considerable amount of silt build up and the grounds had become highly vegetated, offering no vehicular access and was prone to flooding.