Hull Tidal Barrier

Hull Tidal Barrier is a tidal barrier at the mouth of the River Hull. It was constructed by the Environment Agency in 1980 between Millennium Bridge and Myton Bridge. The structure spans the river and has a huge steel gate which weighs 202 tonnes. When lowered, it seals the river from the Humber, preventing tidal surges from going up the river and flooding parts of the city. It is lowered about 8 to 12 times a year and protects more than 17,000 properties. In 2009, an £10 upgrade started on the barrier to allow it to be operational for a further 30 years. The upgrade included a new drive mechanism, which moves the gate, and pivots it when it's at the top of the structure so when fully raised the gate lies horizontally. As of 2017, the barrier is a Grade II listed building.