Basschester

Basschester

A larger settlement to the south of Oakmont and north of the planetary space port "Dust Bowl".

Defensive perimeter

The entire settlement is amply protected by a reinforced concrete wall that is approximately twenty metres thick at its base and around fifteen metres at its top. There are many observation posts to give oversight to the main supply routes in and out of the settlement.

Five sets of main supply route connect Basschester with neighbouring settlements and facilities.

Two sets of dual carriageway connect on a southern route directly to the nearby space port. Three sets of carriageway leave to the east to provide connection to distant settlements.

Population

Estimated in excess of 9000.

Businesses

As the closest centre of economic activity beyond the local space port, Basschester supports a diverse range businesses in both size and activity from simple street side vendors up to and including the presence of mega-corporations.

Public Administration

The majority of Public works are arranged via a series of ad-hoc committees who are generally directly employed by the larger businesses and corporations to undertaken specific tasks for the duration of works.

Healthcare, Education and Citizen Welfare

Purpose built hospital with facilities meeting the needs of Basschester and nearby settlements.