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The described measures include floodgates and lightweight-aluminium temporary barriers; at Dane Bridge, a double layer of barriers forms a channel to keep the River Dane contained and prevent water escaping toward London Road or Watling Street. 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Plans included erecting 69 metres of temporary defences, closing 12 floodgates, installing temporary barriers at Waitrose, Baron\u2019s Quay and Dane Bridge, and rehearsing joint over-pumping with Cheshire West and Chester Council and United Utilities. Dane Bridge on London Road was to close to traffic, with an alternative route signposted. United Utilities had confirmed deployment of over-pumping resources for winter; the Council had positioned pumps and planned a Dane Street test with the Environment Agency. The exercise was also intended to allow routine checks and maintenance. 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