Mary Kendrick | |
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| Born | Mary Patricia Boak 2 May 1928 |
| Died | 8 June 2015 |
| Nationality | British |
| Education | University of Cambridge |
| Occupation | Engineer |
| Employer | Hydraulics Research Station at Wallingford. |
| Known for | understanding river silt (e.g. Thames Barrier) |
| Spouse | Les Kendrick |
Mary Patricia Kendrick MBE born Mary Patricia Boak (2 May 1928 – 8 June 2015) was a British tidal engineer who was an expert on silt. She worked on many projects but she is known for leading a team working on the Thames Barrier. She broke a 200 year long list of Admirals who looked after keeping the River Mersey navigable when she appointed Acting Conservator of the River Mersey - a role that dates back to 1625.