Barton Aqueduct, Historic aqueduct in Barton-upon-Irwell, England
The Barton Aqueduct spans across the River Irwell, featuring three masonry arches and measuring 200 yards in length and 39 feet above the water level.
James Brindley designed and built this first navigable aqueduct in England during 1761, enabling the transportation of coal from Worsley mines to Manchester via the Bridgewater Canal.
The aqueduct represents a milestone in British civil engineering, marking the beginning of industrial canal construction that transformed transportation networks across the country.
The structure utilized coursed ashlar masonry and multiple rings of brickwork in its arches, with a signaling system controlling barge traffic across its 12-yard width.
Initial water testing revealed structural challenges when an arch started buckling, requiring immediate repairs using clay and straw to redistribute weight and stabilize the construction.
GPS coordinates: 53.47470,-2.35220
Latest update: March 11, 2025 18:13
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