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Scott Russell Aqueduct

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Scott Russell Aqueduct, Aqueduct bridge west of Edinburgh, Scotland

The Scott Russell Aqueduct spans 330 feet over the Edinburgh City Bypass, featuring five spans supported by three piers to accommodate canal boats.

Named after Scottish engineer John Scott Russell in 1995, the structure commemorates his 1834 discovery of solitary waves on the Union Canal.

The aqueduct forms part of the Union Canal system, connecting waterways that shaped the development of transportation in central Scotland.

The structure carries the Union Canal across the A720 bypass, enabling continuous water navigation while maintaining vehicular traffic flow underneath.

The aqueduct measures 12.8 feet in width and crosses the bypass at a specific angle calculated for optimal boat passage and structural stability.

Location: City of Edinburgh

Inception: 1987

GPS coordinates: 55.92180,-3.30700

Latest update: March 12, 2025 00:58

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