Ironbridge Power Station

EarthworksRemediation
Project Value £500,000.00
Project Programme Period 20 Weeks
Type of works Remediation and Earthworks

Introduction

The 350-acre site has been used for electricity generation for over 80 years. Located less than a mile from the Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site, the development is bordered by the River Severn to the north and an extensive area of ancient woodland to the south, providing a dramatic backdrop for a new community.

In addition to new homes, plans for the development include a retirement village, up to 200,000 sq. ft of employment space, comprising of offices and light industrial units, and a local centre offering convenience retail and other services. Community amenities will include a new primary school, allotments and sports pitches, while the former power station’s 1930s pumphouse will be retained and transformed into a flexible space for community and leisure uses.

Works Description

EDR completed three phases of GCN Mitigation Ponds totalling 20 ponds, all dug to formation with a 1.02mm FIRESTONE PONDGARD EPDM Pond liner installed before back filling with topsoil and landscaping.

EDR have also worked on other ecological works on the site including installing a 12m Peregrine Tower, associated works to a bat barn and creating habitats for wildlife and works on Deer and NEWT fencing around the site.