Dry run for flood plans
The plans for the scheme, which will protect more than 570 homes and 25 commercial properties as well as the British Aerospace (BAE) site, went on show for the first time.
Work is likely to include the construction or improvement of around 2,200 metres of defences, a new outfall and improvements to two other outfalls.
It will offer a better level of protection than existing defences and should reduce the risk of flooding to properties and businesses.
David Gore, 68, from Brough, saw the plans on display at Elloughton cum Brough Village Hall.
He said: "I was pleased to hear the money has already been allocated for the scheme.
"It is definitely very necessary because of the factory and the houses.
"I am very pleased to see the area will be protected."
A planning application will be submitted in the autumn. If approval is granted construction could start in spring 2010 and be completed by the end of that year.
Residents in Brough had their first chance to see proposals for improved flood defences for their homes. Left, is Andrew Barron, a Humber Strategies technical specialist, with resident Colin Cranmer at Brough Village Hall.
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