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Thames Barrier Pier with part of the HSBC Tower in the Background
The Thames Barrier was designed by Charles Draper and opened in 1984. It is operated by the Environment Agency and protects London from rising sea levels. It is expected to be in operation until 2070.
Stock library photo ID: 50947-ldnbarr
Author: Credit to be used for all published images - "photography-Alexander M Howe"
©Alexander M Howe
Stock library photo size: 12.4 Mpixels (35.4 MB uncompressed) - 2873x4311 pixels (9.6x14.4 in / 24.3x36.5 cm at 300 ppi)
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