KGAL Fluid Summer 2025 PT - Flipbook - Page 4
consulting engineers
KGAL Poised to Support
Bristol Entrance Lock Assessment
We are anticipating involvement in a significant project with Bristol City Council (BCC) to undertake a
comprehensive condition assessment of the historic Bristol Entrance Lock. Following positive
discussions, and with funding understood to be secured by BCC, we have submitted a detailed proposal
for this crucial work, which is hoped to commence in the near future.
The project's primary goal is to provide Bristol City Council with a thorough understanding of the current condition of the lock's vital mechanical and electrical
systems. KGAL's proposed scope is designed to deliver a clear pathway for maintaining this key asset. It encompasses detailed site inspections and surveys
of the lock gates and their operating equipment. This will be followed by the development of an Event Action Plan and a comprehensive Options Appraisal to
inform BCC’s future maintenance and refurbishment strategies, ensuring the lock's longevity and reliability.
Key phases of the proposed work include:
• Detailed Condition Surveys:
In-depth mechanical inspections of the inner and outer lock gates (North and South Leaves),
including their structure, pintles, seals, and corrosion protection. This will be complemented by
Electrical, Instrumentation, Control, and Automation (EICA) surveys of the associated operating systems.
• Engineering Analysis & Short-Term Solutions: The proposal includes Finite Element Analysis
(FEA) of the existing gates to understand their current structural behaviour and the development
of a design for short-term remedial works to address any immediate concerns identified.
• Strategic Planning: Creation of an Event Action Plan to ensure robust responses to potential
operational scenarios, and an Options Appraisal to evaluate longer-term strategies for the lock.
This will assist BCC in making informed decisions for the future of this important piece of
maritime infrastructure.
This prospective project highlights our extensive experience in the specialist field of inspecting,
assessing, and designing solutions for complex, moving, hydraulic structures. We’re enthusiastic about
the potential to collaborate with Bristol City Council and their strategic partners, contributing our
expertise to safeguard the Bristol Entrance Lock for continued service to the vibrant Bristol Harbour.
