This proposed scheme would build a new abstraction (water removal) facility on the Ham Lands riverside above Teddington Weir, together with a new discharge facility also on the Ham Lands riverside. See for the Thames Water proposal and justification.

The River Thames Scheme plans to “reduce the risk of flooding to thousands of homes, businesses and vital infrastructure while unlocking the economic, health and environmental benefits of the river between Egham and Teddington and responding to the challenges of climate change and nature recovery”.

See how it would affect Teddington