Marple Aqueduct, Navigable aqueduct in Marple, England
The three-arch structure spans 96 meters across the River Goyt, rising 30 meters above the water level with sandstone construction from local quarries.
Construction of the aqueduct began in 1795 under engineer Benjamin Outram, with completion in 1800 as part of the Peak Forest Canal transportation network.
The structure represents early Industrial Revolution engineering, demonstrating advanced masonry techniques through circular spandrel piercing and ashlar stone pilasters.
The canal passage remains operational for water transport, connecting different sections of the Peak Forest Canal system through Greater Manchester.
The structure stands as the highest masonry-arch aqueduct in Britain, requiring 6,000 cubic meters of stonework from two different quarries for its construction.
Location: Stockport
Official opening: 1800
GPS coordinates: 53.40720,-2.06879
Latest update: March 12, 2025 17:59
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Iron Bridge
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Compstall Bridge
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Marple Bridge
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Marple Railway Viaduct
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Bridge number 15 at SJ 9528 9011 on Peak Forest Canal
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Marple Locks Number 6 and adjoining footbridge on Peak Forest Canal
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Marple Locks Number 3 and adjoining footbridge on Peak Forest Canal
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Marple Locks Number 4 and adjoining footbridge on Peak Forest Canal
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Marple Locks Number 5 and adjoining footbridge on Peak Forest Canal
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Marple Locks Number 2 and adjoining footbridge on Peak Forest Canal
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Number 16 Bridge on Peak Forest Canal
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Weir on River Goyt
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Marple Locks Number 1 and adjoining adjoining footbridge on Peak Forest Canal
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Marple Locks Number 7 and adjoining footbridge on Peak Forest Canal
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Number 15 (east entrance to Hydebank Tunnel) on Peak Forest Canal
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Number 15 (west entrance to Hydebank Tunnel) on Peak Forest Canal
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Middle Dale Farmhouse
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Marple Locks Number 8 and adjoining footbridge on Peak Forest Canal
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Lower Dale Farmhouse
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