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Wealdstone Brook Flood Alleviation Scheme

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Harrow Council approved the Wealdstone Brook flood alleviation scheme in March 2026 to protect homes and businesses from flooding.

Harrow Council's Cabinet approved the Wealdstone Brook flood alleviation scheme in March 2026. This project involves constructing an underground storage tank and a new wetland basin in Byron Recreation Ground. The scheme aims to increase flood protection for over 100 homes and businesses in the Wealdstone area, including the Council Hub and Elm Grove School.

The scheme is designed to divert flood water from Wealdstone Brook into a 12,000 cubic meter underground storage tank and an 8,000 cubic meter wetland basin during storm events. This combined capacity of 20,000 cubic meters is intended to alleviate flooding risks in the affected areas.

Key facts

  1. Harrow Council's Cabinet approved the flood alleviation scheme in March 2026. Source
  2. The scheme includes a 12,000 cubic meter underground storage tank. Source
  3. An 8,000 cubic meter wetland basin is part of the scheme. Source
  4. The scheme aims to protect over 100 homes and businesses. Source
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