Flood protection schemes and studies

Flood Protection Schemes

We have completed a number of Flood Protection Schemes in recent years:

Caol and Lochyside Flood Protection Scheme

The Caol and Lochyside Flood Protection Scheme was formally opened by Councillor Ken Gowans on 31 August 2023. The 2km long scheme consists of a 1.2km embankment and a 800m flood wall.

Drumnadrochit Flood Protection Scheme

The Drumnadrochit Flood Protection Scheme was completed in September 2022. It consists of flood walls and embankments.

Smithton and Culloden Flood Protection Scheme

The Smithton and Culloden Flood Protection Scheme was completed in 2019. The flood scheme will protect 129 properties that would otherwise be at risk of a flooding during a 1-in-200-years event.

River Ness Flood Alleviation Scheme

The award winning River Ness flood alleviation scheme was completed in 2015 and includes flood walls, embankments and 12 flood gates which are normally kept open to maintain access at key locations. The scheme protects 800 homes and 200 businesses in Inverness.

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