Pond Lane Flood Gates, Floodgate system in London Borough of Hackney, England
The Pond Lane Flood Gates consist of vertical guillotine gates designed to control water levels in the River Lee Navigation system.
The flood gates were constructed as the third water control structure following the opening of Hackney Cut in 1769, replacing an earlier weir system.
The site represents a significant element of London's industrial heritage, demonstrating the engineering solutions developed to manage water flow in urban areas.
While the gates became unnecessary after the Thames Barrier construction in 1987, the remaining footbridge provides access across the former lock structure.
The control system for these gates operated from an underground facility at North End station, with hydrophones monitoring potential river threats.
Location: London Borough of Hackney
GPS coordinates: 51.56090,-0.04365
Latest update: March 9, 2025 05:01
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