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A workman by a canal lock

Steady State Model

We have developed a model called 'Steady State' which sets out what spend is required to maintain our waterways in a satisfactory order.

The Steady State model enables us to allocate our maintenance budgets, targeting our resources according to the required customer service standard for that part of the waterway, as well as the level of asset deterioration, and the degree of risk for failure.

Stoppage works on the Stratford-upon-Avon Canal in Lowsonford, Warwickshire