Dam Leaves Canoe Club High and Dry
Almost 3 years now and the Springbank Dam Gates are still not finished leaving the London Canoe Club wondering if they will survive. The Club counts on the operation of the Springbank Dam to maintain the water level of the Thames River throughout the summer months.
Anglers are pleased with the delay of the Dam Construction stating it harms the fish run up the river.
If the City really cared about this project it would be finished by now, they just don't want to spend the money. I've seen entire neighbourhoods built in less time than this.
As for the Canoe Club I really hope they can hang on, it's a great operation. Anglers who oppose the Dam operation should keep in mind that Flood Gates are used everywhere and there are finish ladders etc to ensure fish can get to there destinations.
The City got in trouble last year for stalling on the Springbank Dam Project so hopefully they will have it completed before summer is here.
The Canoe Club should seek compensation for the years of interruption to their business and the City of London should come good for it.