A new flood management initiative, costing £9.5m, is set to take shape in South Cave, East Riding of Yorkshire, following Government funding. The project will focus on building a flood storage area upstream of the village, designed to manage heavy rainfall and reduce flood risks to the area.
Historically, South Cave has experienced severe flooding, with significant events in 2007 and 2014, causing extensive property damage. Experts predict such floods could become more frequent and severe due to climate change, heightening the urgency of this new initiative.
The scheme involves constructing a flood storage system on South Cave Beck, which will temporarily hold excess water during heavy rainfall. A thorough technical study, including flood risk modelling, has already been completed to secure funding.
The £7.4m allocated by Defra’s Flood Defence Grant, alongside contributions from the Yorkshire Regional Flood and Coastal Committee and the council, will fund the project.
Planning permission is still required, and if granted, work could commence by 2028. In the coming months, the council will work closely with the local community, offering guidance on flood risk reduction and providing updates on the project’s development.
