Scheme design of the Whitesands Project
The scheme is based on a raised walkway concept, with a combination of walls, glass panels and flood gates providing flood protection.
The use of solid walls, softened by planting and grassy banks, has been used on schemes across the country. This is a tried and tested method for reducing flood risk.
The new physical defences (walls, glass, raised walkway combinations) will begin next to the Nithsdale amateur rowing club facility and end downstream, just past Pizzeria il Fiume in Dock Park. Defences are also included over the river at Welldale and Kenmure Terrace.