REFURBISHMENT OF 5 ANCIENT WEIRS ON THE RIVER AVON

This paper reviews the work which was carried out during the Avon Weir s Project - from feasibility through site investigation and detailed d esign, to construction. The design included measures to (a) ensure the stability of the structures against uplift and piping failure, and (b ) provide protection to the bank and bed of the river. In addition, th e design satisfied the requirement to provide fish passes at all weirs and canoe ramps at Evesham and Chadbury weirs. Most of the funding wa s provided by the River Avon Weirs' Trust.