On Saturday 14th
Stop Planks
- Removed the stop planks for reversal and seal repairs
- Re-affixed the bottom seal of the bottom plank and put it back into position
- Left the other planks on the bank for subsequent works
- Refitted the top beam
After repairs to the plank seals they will be re-installed reversed, i.e they will be in a position to hold back water during bund excavation
Bridge 173 (Sellet Hall) Transition Walls
These areas are suspected to be a cause of leakage. They need to be examined.
- Cleared overhanging vegetation on the bank above off-bank transition wall
- Cleared face of wall from the pontoon
- Viewed walls from water level, some gaps seen, particularly on towpath bank
On Sunday 15th
- Attempted to locate leakage using dye without success
- Installed a pump at Bridge 172 to allow pumping in if required
- Electrical connection could not be made as access locked
Future Work
- Repair stop plank seals and replace planks
- Determine gap filling method for transition walls
- Gain access to reconnect electrical supply