River Revetment Walls

Expert River Revetment Wall Services Throughout the Gold Coast

Have you noticed your local riverbank is becoming increasingly eroded with every passing wave? Or has the footpath crumbled into the canal? Tidal and coastal erosion wreak havoc on our local Gold Coast infrastructure, waterfront homes and waterways, leading to expensive clean-up jobs and repairs. This is where a river revetment wall comes in.

Think of a river revetment wall as a retaining wall for waterways, helping to minimise erosion, sand loss, flooding and damage to buildings and homes. At Gold Coast Barges, we are experts in constructing, repairing and maintaining river revetment walls.

Whether the council needs help patching up a retaining wall at your local river or your home’s riverside revetment wall has completely collapsed, GC Barges’s friendly team provides reliable and affordable services wherever you live in the Gold Coast.

For a detailed and fair estimate, contact our team of experts on 0485 815 335 or fill in our online booking form today.

What Are River Revetment Walls?

River revetment walls are designed to lessen the impact of tides, waves and rainfall minimising the likelihood of erosion and subsidence occuring. These walls are an important part of the community as they help protect canal-side homes, businesses and natural infrastructure like slopes and riverbanks from falling into the water.

Our River Revetment Wall Services

Gold Coast Barges are committed to providing you with the best possible customer service and providing you with a wide range of services across the Gold Coast including:

• Regular Maintenance and Monitoring
• Weep Hole Maintenance
• Minor Corrections
• Moderate Corrections
• Major Corrections for Wall Failure

Gold Coast Barges partners with certified builders and licensed structural landscapers to build, repair and maintain river retaining walls.

Types of River Revetment Walls We Repair, Replace and Service Throughout the Gold Coast

Stone Revetment Walls

Using stone for river revetment wall provide a durable, affordable and low maintenance option compared to other materials. Stone retaining walls also blend naturally into the environment and provide hiding spots and habitat to aquatic species, contributing to a healthier ecosystem.

Concrete Revetment Walls

Concrete canal revetment walls offer a long-lasting and robust solution for erosion control and riverbank protection. Made from poured concrete, precast concrete blocks or interlocking concrete panels, these wall provide a solid barrier against the forces of nature and the tides. Concrete revetment walls are ideal for sections of the river that experience high wave energy and strong currents. While generally more expensive than other materials, concrete can greatly improve the stability of the riverbank and also provide access for boats.

Gabion Revetment Walls

Gabion revetment walls are made of steel cages filled with rocks, stacked on top of each other to make a solid structure. These types of revetment walls create a permeable barrier that allows water to flow freely through while still preventing shoreline erosion.

Gabion walls can be used in irrregular or difficult terrain and be used to propagate plants, increasing the aesthetic appeal and local environment and ecosystem.

What Are The Reasons Why River Revetment Walls Fail?

• Improper Installation
• Poor Design
• Erosion
• Water Pressure and Poor Drainage
• Lack of Maintenance
• Environmental Factors such as flooding, storms, tides and wave action
• Natural Disasters

What Are The Benefits of River Revetment Walls?

Riverbank Stabilisation: A river revetment wall helps stabilise the riverbank, preventing it from slumping or collapsing. This is particularly helpful in areas with steep slopes, unstable soil and high traffic places.

Protecting Local Infrastructure: River revetment walls help to protect roads, bridges, pavements and other infrastructure located near rivers and canals from coastal and tidal erosion.

Waterfront Property Protection: A well-built and stable river revetment wall provides the first line of defense against erosion. They protect your land, garden and safeguard your home

Increased Property Value: By protecting your property from coastal erosion and enhancing it’s aesthetic. It’s also a worthwhile investment when it comes time to sell.

Why Choose Gold Coast Barges?

Gold Coast Barges have been family-owned and operated for over 10 years. We take pride in providing the best quality river revetment walls services, working closely with accredited builders and engineers to get the job done correctly. We take pride in giving our customers competitive and fair prices and quotes, so they know exactly what they are getting into before any work begins.

For a comprehensive quote, contact one of our friendly team today on 0485 815 335 or fill out our online booking form.