Dimensions

Dimensions

River Severn Pinch Points

Listed below are the main pinch points we want to make boaters aware of along this waterway.

Glos Lock to Worcester Bridge - Gloucester Lock

Length
64m
209.97ft
Beam
6.7m
21.98ft
Draught
-
Headroom
-

The usuable length at full width will be restricted due to bridge operation

Glos Lock to Worcester Bridge - Haw Bridge

Length
-
Beam
-
Draught
-
Headroom
7.59m
24.90ft

The river level can fluctuate rapidly and still has a partial effect from the tide

Glos Lock to Worcester Bridge - Diglis (Both)

Length
-
Beam
-
Draught
2.87m
9.42ft
Headroom
-

Measured at low summer level

Worcester Bridge to Stourport - Worcester Bridge

Length
-
Beam
6.1m
20.01ft
Draught
-
Headroom
6.2m
20.34ft

Measured at low summer level

Worcester Bridge to Stourport - Bevere

Length
28.49m
93.47ft
Beam
-
Draught
-
Headroom
-

Worcester Bridge to Stourport - Lincomb Lock

Length
-
Beam
-
Draught
1.85m
6.07ft
Headroom
-

Measured at low summer level

The above data is British Waterways' estimate of the dimensions of our waterways based upon local knowledge and expertise. Whilst British Waterways anticipates that this data is reasonably accurate, we cannot guarantee its precision. Therefore, this data should only be used as a helpful guide and you should always use your own judgement taking into account local circumstances at any particular time.