Overview
- An underwater survey found about 70,000 cubic metres of sand and silt on the lake bed, reducing depth needed for sailing and windsurfing.
- Council officers propose fully draining the lake to dredge and repair roughly 1km of the outer wall using a grouted stone system.
- The works require assessments and permissions from Natural England and the Marine Management Organisation due to the site’s protected status.
- The lake would close for at least four months during construction, with the council warning of up to £100,000 in lost income.
- Without intervention, large areas could become unusable and the 2.4km walkway may need to close if the wall is compromised, as a committee on December 2 considers seeking external funding and a wider beach management strategy.