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Value - State 4, Excavated and/or disturbed shingle
The value of this state is generally seen as being negative for conservation,
but positive for economic uses. The values are different depending on the depth
to which the excavation/disturbance takes place. Where the void is filled with
water, the loss of interest deriving from the shingle surface is total.
- Nature conservation
- Shallow depressions can become revegetated with characteristic and rare
species;
- Created gravel pits can develop a significant interest especially for water
birds.
- Landscape and cultural
- The presence of large gravel pits can provide significant landscape features
in their own right;
- Open water for water-based sports activities;
- Coastal defence and economic
- Significant recreational potential.
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