Hurley Lock, River lock in Hurley, Berkshire, United Kingdom.
Hurley Lock is a functional water control structure on the River Thames measuring approximately 39.82 meters in length and 6.07 meters in width with a fall of about 1.05 meters.
Originally constructed in 1773 by the Thames Navigation Commissioners, Hurley Lock replaced an earlier Flash lock system and was initially built with fir wood before being upgraded with oak materials.
The lock area hosts the annual Hurley Classic kayaking event which attracts freestyle paddlers and wave riding competitors from across the region for water sport competitions.
Visitors can access Hurley Lock via a short footpath from the free car park located at the end of Hurley High Street with facilities including clean accessible toilets.
The weir system features four adjustable gates that create different wave conditions for kayakers, with the standing wave height varying based on rainfall patterns and gate configurations.
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