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Alcantarilla Dam, Roman hydraulic structure in Mazarambroz, Spain.

The Alcantarilla Dam stretches over 800 meters in length with a height of 20 meters, featuring parallel rubble-masonry walls at its upstream section.

Built during the second century, the dam formed part of an extensive water supply system that transported water through an aqueduct to the Roman city of Toletum.

The dam represents Roman engineering knowledge, demonstrating advanced understanding of water management through gravity-based systems and structural reinforcement techniques.

The archaeological site lies near modern Toledo and remains partially protected under the Bien de Interés Cultural heritage designation for scientific research.

The structure contains two parallel stone walls approximately one meter thick, filled with earth between them, similar to the construction of Proserpina Dam.

Location: Mazarambroz

GPS coordinates: 39.66000,-4.05778

Latest update: March 5, 2025 20:27

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