King Georges Park

Introduction

Site information paper

Currently, untreated sewage regularly overflows into the River Thames from Londons Victorian sewerage system via combined sewer overflows (CSOs). The proposed Thames Tunnel would intercept these overflows through the use of a new storage and transfer tunnel, which would link west London and Abbey Mills Pumping Station. The sewage flow would then be transferred to Beckton Sewage Treatment Works via the Lee Tunnel. The reduction in untreated sewage entering the River Thames would bring long-term benefits for the environment and users of the River Thames. In order to deliver the project we need a number of sites along the route and this document identifies our current preferred site at King Georges Park.

Key facts
Local authority: CSO name: CSO spill volume in an average year: Wandsworth Frogmore Storm Relief Buckhold Road 86,000m (equivalent to approximately 34 Olympic swimming pools) Site type: CSO and Frogmore connection tunnel reception site Duration of main construction works: Approximately two and a half years.

Thames Tunnel
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Section 1: Introduction and site information
We are proposing to use the northern corner of King Georges Park for this construction work and to accommodate permanent structures required to operate the main tunnel. The site would be used to connect the existing local CSO, known as Frogmore Storm Relief Buckhold Road CSO, to the main tunnel via a long connection tunnel, known as the Frogmore connection tunnel. We also need a worksite to receive the Frogmore connection tunnel, which is being driven from Dormay Street. The location of the site is shown in Figure 1A. The site is in the northern part of King Georges Park. To the east is Neville Gill Close, beyond which is the Southside Shopping Centre. Buckhold Road (A218) is to the north and west of the site, with residential and commercial properties located along this road. This site information paper sets out our proposals at King Georges Park. We have also produced project information papers, which cover overarching topics relating to the project. Where we consider that a project information paper is particularly relevant, we have highlighted this in a related documents box. At the end of this site information paper is a list of other documents, which may be of interest and a glossary of terms.

How we chose this site

CSO
What we proposed at phase one consultation
Through our site selection process, we identified two possible shortlisted sites to intercept the Frogmore Storm Relief Buckhold Road CSO. At phase one consultation, which was held between September 2010 and January 2011, we presented these sites: Car park off Broomhill Road, to rear of flats facing onto Buckhold Road King Georges Park. King Georges Park was identified as our preferred site at phase one consultation.

What we are proposing at phase two consultation

We have considered the comments from phase one consultation, feedback from ongoing engagement and new information; and undertaken further technical work. We still consider that King Georges Park should be our preferred site because we can directly intercept the CSO, which runs beneath the northern part of the park. The site is also further away from residential properties in comparison to the other shortlisted sites and avoids the need for significant works in Broomhill Road and Buckhold Road (A218). While the use of this site would mean the temporary loss of a section of King Georges Park, the vast majority of the park would remain in use. As a result of feedback, the site has been realigned since phase one consultation to retain the historic park gates off Buckhold Road (A218).

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Figure 1A: King Georges Park location plan

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Frogmore connection tunnel
What we proposed at phase one consultation
Due to the location of the Frogmore Storm Relief Bell Lane Creek CSO and Frogmore Storm Relief Buckhold Road CSO, the Frogmore connection tunnel, is required to transfer the flows from these CSOs to the main tunnel. At phase one consultation, we proposed to directly connect the Frogmore connection tunnel to the main tunnel.

Related documents:

Q&A

Consultation Site selection

Why we have amended our proposals

Following a review of our preferred sites, we have re-assessed the sites from which we could drive the Frogmore connection tunnel.

CRR DS

Carnwath Road Riverside Dormay Street

What we are proposing at phase two consultation

As a result of changes to our sites since phase one consultation, we have looked at whether King Georges Park, Dormay Street or Carnwath Road Riverside would be the most appropriate site from which to drive the Frogmore connection tunnel. Our preferred site is Dormay Street because it minimises the impact on King Georges Park and reduces the duration of construction works at Carnwath Road Riverside. King Georges Park would be used as a reception site to the Frogmore connection tunnel.

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Section 2: Construction
Construction activities
Construction activities are required to intercept the CSO and construct the Frogmore connection tunnel. To intercept the CSO, we would construct an interception chamber. A connection culvert would link the interception chamber to a drop shaft (approximately 20m deep) through which flows would pass into the Frogmore connection tunnel before connecting into the main tunnel. To drive the Frogmore connection tunnel, we would lower a tunnel boring machine into the drop shaft at Dormay Street and drive the Frogmore connection tunnel south to King Georges Park. The drop shaft would receive the tunnel boring machine from Dormay Street which would be dismantled and removed from the site. Figure 2A illustrates the below ground infrastructure proposed. These activities would take place within the area indicated by the red line in Figure 1A, in four main phases, lasting approximately two and a half years in total. The main construction activities associated with these phases are set out in Table 2.1.

Connection culvert Existing sewer Existing overflow sewer

Construction

Valve chamber
Drop shaft

Frogmore connection tunnel

Interception chamber Existing overflow to River Wandle

Figure 2A: Illustration showing typical elements of below ground infrastructure

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Advance works
Table 2.1: Main activities during construction phases

Figure reference
Typical working hours Utilities connected

Varies

Main construction activities

Site cleared Site facilities and access set up Drop shaft excavated and built Tunnel boring machine removed from shaft and disassembled Above and below ground structures constructed Mechanical and electrical equipment installed Site restored and landscaped Temporary site facilities removed

Our typical working hours are expected to be: Standard: 8am-6pm weekdays, 8am-1pm Saturday* Extended standard: 6pm-10pm weekdays, 1pm-5pm Saturdays Continuous: 24 hours a day, seven days a week** Varies: Working hours for advanced works will depend on the nature of the works and will be agreed with the local authority
* Standard working hours would also include, subject to agreement with the local authority: a short period (up to one hour) before works start and after they have finished to allow our workers to prepare for work and check the site. equipment and machinery maintenance could also take place 1pm-5pm Saturday and 10am-4pm Sunday. ** The main activities taking place 24 hours a day are below ground or within an enclosure.

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Phase 1 Site setup

Phase 2 Drop shaft construction

Phase 3 Construction of other structures Figure 2D

Standard

Phase 4 Completion of works and site restoration

Standard

Figure 2C
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Figure 2C
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Related documents: Build Managing construction

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Site layout and construction phases
Figures 2C and 2D show how the site might be laid out during the construction phases, which are set out in Table 2.1 and Figure 2B. These layouts have been informed by the size of the infrastructure proposed, the construction methods required and the location of neighbouring buildings and structures. They have also been developed to minimise effects on the local community and environment. Particular factors at this site that have influenced the layout are as follows: The drop shaft has been moved further eastwards within the boundary of the site following phase one consultation to ensure the historic gates off Buckhold Road (A218) are retained and protected. Since phase one consultation, the temporary site footprint has been reduced in size to minimise the area needed in King Georges Park. The site layout ensures that the large black poplar tree on the south east corner of the site would be retained and its roots protected during construction. The site layout minimises loss of and damage to the most sensitive and valuable mature trees. The site layout ensures the John Young Memorial Seat and Tree would be protected during construction. The site layouts are indicative only, and the contractor may arrange the site in a different way, depending on the chosen construction methods, provided that any environmental effects are appropriately managed and that the main construction activities are undertaken within the red line shown in Figure 1A. Year 1 Advance works Year 2 Year 3

P1 P2

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Figure 2B: Construction timeline showing approximate duration of works in phases (P)

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Figure 2C: Illustrative phases 1 and 2 construction plan

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Maximum extent of construction site for phase 3 Site hoarding Site support/welfare Excavated material storage and processing Maintenance workshop and storage Crane Drop shaft Internal site road Site access Existing footpath to be diverted Footpath diversion

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Figure 2D: Illustrative phase 3 construction plan

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Additional works and activities

The main construction works at this site are set out in Table 2.1. We would also need to undertake additional works and activities, some of which may be located outside of the area indicated by the red line in Figure 1A. The anticipated additional works and activities are set out in Table 2.2.

When

Type of works
Installation of equipment to monitor environmental matters such as noise, vibration and dust.

What we would do
The locations of monitoring equipment would be agreed with the local authority and relevant landowners. We would undertake studies to identify any effects our construction work may have on third party structures. The studies may recommend particular construction methods or, in very limited instances, protection works. If protection works are required to the existing sewer, we would access the sewer network through existing manholes.

Required for construction phase

Protection works to third party structures (such as buildings, bridges and tunnels).

Temporary connection to utilities (such as We expect to make a connection to utilities in Neville water, sewer, phone and electricity supply). Gill Close or Buckhold Road (A218). Traffic management works. Required for operational phase These may need to extend beyond our site and could include relocating kerb lines, repainting road lines and modifying traffic signals.

Permanent connection to utilities (such as We expect to connect to utilities in Neville Gill Close or water, phone and electricity supply) for the Buckhold Road (A218). operational tunnel.

Table 2.2: Additional works and activities

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Construction transport and access
We would transport materials to and from the site by road. Table 2.3 sets out the anticipated average daily number of lorries visiting (ie travelling to and from) the site during the peak months of each phase. Construction traffic would access the site from Buckhold Road (A218), turning right into the site from a new entrance on Neville Gill Close. Traffic would leave the site via the same route. This access route is shown on Figure 2E. Beyond this, construction traffic would use the major road network to get to and from its final destination. We would need to suspend or relocate some parking bays on Neville Gill Close during construction. There would be a short footpath diversion around the construction site from the existing park entrance on Buckhold Road (A218), as shown on Figure 2C and 2D. Based on our current design, we do not anticipate that any other footpath or road diversions, junction changes or bus stop relocations would be required.

Related documents: Transport

Phase 1 Site setup

Phase 2 Drop shaft construction

Phase 3 Construction of other structures

Phase 4 Completion of works and site restoration

5 lorries

Typical daily lorry visits

3 lorries

8 lorries

5 lorries

Table 2.3: Average daily lorry visits during the peak months

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Figure 2E: Proposed access route to the site from the nearest major road

Draft limit of land to be acquired or used Internal site road Site access

Transport for London (TfL) road network Proposed lorry access to TfL road network

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Management of construction works
Our construction works would be managed in accordance with an agreed Code of construction practice (CoCP). For phase two consultation, we have produced a draft CoCP Part A: General requirements, informed by CoCPs from other major construction projects in London and consultation with the local authorities. Through the environmental impact assessment process, schemewide principles to address potential effects on the local environment have been identified and integrated into the design. The CoCP Part A sets out scheme-wide control measures that would be used to minimise potential effects during the construction process. Table 2.4 sets out what we consider to be the key issues for this site during construction, and how we are currently proposing to address them.

Related documents: Environment Managing construction

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Issue
Temporary loss of open space at the northern end of King Georges Park. Possible effect of construction activities on park users.

Our response
We have sought to limit the size of the construction site. We have also minimised the construction period as far as possible; construction at this site is currently expected to take approximately two and a half years. We would manage the construction site in order to minimise disruption to those using the park. Specific measures would be set out in the CoCP. Since phase one consultation, we have reconfigured the construction site to avoid damage to the root zones of the most sensitive and valuable mature trees. Potential damage to trees during construction would be further minimised through careful root protection, pollarding and trimming methods. Permanent site landscaping would incorporate the replacement of any trees lost during construction with native species. Our proposals would not affect this feature. We would provide protective hoardings if necessary during construction to protect it from damage. The main entrance to the park from Buckhold Road (A218) would remain open during construction. On entering the park, a short section of the footpath would be temporarily diverted around the construction site via a safe alternative route. The extent and duration of the suspension of any on-street parking during construction would be minimised as far as possible. We are investigating options for temporary replacement parking provision during construction where necessary. The contractor would be required to implement noise and vibration control measures at the worksite, which will be set out in the CoCP. Preliminary findings indicate that while there is the potential for dust nuisance effects, there are unlikely to be any significant local air quality effects at any of the sites. The contractor would put in place air and dust control measures at the worksite, will be set out in the CoCP.

Potential loss of and damage to trees within the park to facilitate site access and construction.

Possible effect on John Young Memorial Seat and Tree. Temporary diversion of pedestrian access within the park. Temporary suspension or relocation of some on-street parking on Neville Gill Close. Possible effect of noise and vibration on neighbouring areas. Possible effects on local air quality and dust nuisance in neighbouring areas.

Table 2.4: Key issues relating to construction

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Section 3: Future use
This section describes the site after the completion of the construction work, ie when the main tunnel is in use the operational phase. Our permanent works need to incorporate functional elements, which are required for the operation of the tunnel. These include: Underground structures with ground level access covers including: a CSO drop shaft with an internal diameter of approximately 9m, connection culvert, interception chamber, valve chamber and a passive filter chamber. A main ventilation column up to 6m high. A small diameter ventilation column to the interception chamber up to 6m high. Maintenance vehicle access. An electrical and control kiosk. Table 3.1 sets out the site specific issues that have influenced our permanent design proposals and how we have addressed them in our proposed design.

Design
Since phase one consultation we have progressed the design for the permanent use and appearance of the structures at King Georges Park. The design of the permanent proposals follows our scheme-wide principles and takes into account comments made and ongoing engagement with the London Borough of Wandsworth and other technical consultees.

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Issue

Our response
The area of the permanent works has been limited as far as possible, based on operational requirements. Several mature trees have been avoided.

Effect on King Georges Park, including loss of open space and trees/ vegetation.

The trees lost during construction would be replaced and additional tree, shrub and wildflower planting using native species, would be provided surrounding the new hardstanding area. A raised hardstanding area with seating and utilities for a mobile cafe, for example, would be provided. The hardstanding area would be surfaced in appropriate materials that would blend with the natural qualities of the park. Additional walkways would provide connections from the seating area to the rest of the park.

Permanent maintenance access.

Maintenance access to the permanent works would be directly from Neville Gill Close via a new gated and concealed access. As a result in the change to the ventilation strategy, it has been possible to reduce the height of the columns from a potential 10m down to a height of up to 6m. The electrical and control kiosk would be constructed in brick with metal louvers. It would be located at the eastern side of the park.

Visual effect of the permanent works.

Protection of historic park gates. Existing flood storage.

Our works have been relocated to the east of the park to avoid disturbance to the historic gated entrance. The area is currently low lying and would be raised by the permanent works; compensatory flood storage may be required elsewhere within the park. Future use

Table 3.1: Site specific issues that have influenced our permanent design

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Figures 3A, 3B, 3C and 3D show the current site and provide illustrations of our design proposals. Further information on the development of our design can be found in the Design development report.

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Figure 3A: Photo of the site before the works

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Future use

Figure 3B: Artists impression of the site after the works are completed

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Figure 3C: Aerial view of the completed works

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New raised platform over and around CSO drop shaft, overlooking lake

Wildflower planting

Timber seating

Access for maintenance vehicles, sliding gate to match existing fence

Electrical and control kiosk with biodiverse roof

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Figure 3D: Layout of site once construction works complete

Ventilation columns

Provision for small retail kiosk

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Operation and maintenance
Once the tunnel is operational, we would need access to the site occasionally for inspection and maintenance purposes. We expect to visit the site approximately once every three to six months to carry out inspections and maintenance of the ventilation and below ground equipment. This is likely to involve a visit by staff in a small van, and may take several hours. Once every ten years, we expect to carry out a major internal inspection of the tunnel and underground structures. This is likely to involve a small team of inspection staff, a small team of support crew and two mobile cranes to lower the team into the shaft. This is likely to take several days and would require temporary fencing around the shaft for safety and security while the inspection takes place. We may also need to make visits to the site for unplanned maintenance or repairs, for example, if there is a blockage or equipment failure. This may require the use of mobile cranes and vans. Permanent vehicular access would be from Neville Gill Close.

Management of operational effects

We have undertaken technical work, including stakeholder engagement, to assess and identify the key issues associated with this site once it is operational. Table 3.2 summarises these issues and how we are currently proposing to address them.

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Issue
Possible odour effects during the operation of the tunnel.

Our response
Odour effects at this site are expected to be negligible because we have developed an Air management plan to minimise possible odour and air quality effects arising from the operation of the tunnel. The technology we are proposing to use at this site includes the use of passive below ground carbon filters that will remove possible odour before air leaves the ventilation equipment. Permanent access would be required for maintenance and servicing purposes to the shaft and ventilation equipment. Any planned maintenance visits would be undertaken during normal working hours and all visits managed to avoid disruption to local residents, businesses and users of affected public areas as far as possible.

Disturbance from future maintenance access.

Table 3.2: Key issues relating to site operation

Related documents: Odour

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Further information
This section sets out documents which may be of particular interest. Further information on our proposals can be found on our website (www.thamestunnelconsultation.co.uk) or is available upon request (call our customer centre on 0800 0721 086).

Phase two public consultation material

Project information papers include general information about the Thames Tunnel project. There are 17 project information papers, which cover various aspects of the project. Those project information papers that may be of particular interest are set out below. Icon Title Build Details Provides information on the different types of sites required for the Thames Tunnel project and the typical construction activities that will be undertaken at each site. Sets out the consultation we have undertaken to date on the project, the scope of this phase two consultation and how interested parties can respond to this consultation. Contains the design principles which have influenced the permanent appearance of our sites once construction work is complete. Sets out the process the project is following to assess potential environmental effects of the Thames Tunnel project. Includes information on what measures our contractors will put in place at our sites during construction.

Q&A

Consultation

Design

Environment

Managing construction

Odour

Sets out our Air management plan and how it will work.

Options

Outlines the various ways to deal with sewage overflows.

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Icon Title Details Sets out how Londons sewerage system works and why the capital has an overflow problem.

Overflow Route and tunnel alignment Site selection

Sets out the preferred route of the main tunnel and the reasons for our preference.

Sets out the process we followed to find and select our preferred sites. Contains information on the different transport options we have considered for delivering and removing materials from our sites.

Transport

Site information papers provide information that relate to each preferred site along the route of the Thames Tunnel project. The following site information papers may be of particular interest.

CRR DS

Carnwath Road Riverside Dormay Street

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Technical reports
Theme Interim engagement Phase one consultation Icon Title Interim engagement report Report on phase one consultation: summary report Details Provides a summary of the public engagement we have undertaken between phase one and phase two consultations. Provides a summary of the comments made at phase one consultation and our responses.

SUMMARY

Phase two construction information

Code of construction practice Part A: Sets out control measures to be adopted during the project General requirements construction period. (CoCP) Air management plan Outlines the methods which we will use to manage odour from the main tunnel at all our preferred sites. Contains initial assessments on the environmental effects of the Thames Tunnel project based on information collected to date. Please refer to volume 12 of the non-technical summary and volume 12 of the PEIR for more information on this site. Provides a general overview of how the scheme design at each site has evolved to date. Please refer to chapter 9 for more information on this site. Provides an overview of the development of the Thames Tunnel project and how each site was chosen. Please refer to Appendix F for more information on this site.

Phase two environmental information

Preliminary environmental information report (PEIR) Design development report

Phase two scheme development

Phase two scheme development report

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Site glossary
Term
Biodiverse roof Carbon filters Combined sewer Combined sewer overflow (CSO) Connection tunnel Draft limit of land to be acquired or used Drop shaft Interception chamber Main tunnel/ connection tunnel drive site Main tunnel/ connection tunnel reception site Main tunnel Operational phase

Definition
A roof which supports a wide variety of plant and animal species and reduces stormwater runoff. Filters that remove odours before the air is released from the tunnel. A single sewer system that takes both rainwater and domestic and industrial wastewater. A structure, or series of structures, that allows sewers to overflow into the river when they are full as a result of increased rainfall. Without the overflows, the sewers would back up and cause flooding in streets or houses. A tunnel connecting a drop shaft to the main tunnel. The extent of land that we may need to use or acquire, or over which rights may be needed to carry out works that are essential to the project. A vertical circular concrete structure, used to drop flows from the high level of the CSO to the low level of the main tunnel. It would also be used to provide access to construct the connection tunnels. A structure, built on an existing combined sewer, which diverts stormwater overflow into the main tunnel. A site that would be used to construct the main tunnel or connection tunnel. The excavated material would be removed from the tunnel and the concrete tunnel lining segments would be delivered to the tunnel at the main/ connection tunnel drive site. The tunnel would be constructed from a drive site to a reception site. Once the tunnel arrives at the reception site, the tunnel boring machine would be dismantled and removed. The tunnel from Acton Storm Tanks to Abbey Mills Pumping Station. After the completion of the construction work, when the main tunnel is in use.

The Thames Tunnel project comprises a storage and transfer tunnel, from west London to Thames Tunnel project Beckton Sewage Treatment Works in east London, and the control of 34 CSOs along the Thames Tideway. Transport for London Road Network (TLRN) The network of roads managed by Transport for London. These are the major or strategic roads, which have high capacity.

Tunnel boring machine A machine used to excavate tunnels through a variety of conditions, with a circular (TBM) cross-section.

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Phase two consultation: King Georges Park Autumn 2011 110-ED-PNC-00000-000087

For further information or to comment on our proposals see our website: www.thamestunnelconsultation.co.uk

It is very important that you understand the information we have provided. If you need further information in another language, braille, large print or audio format please contact us on 0800 0721 086.
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