Chirk Aqueduct, Canal aqueduct in Chirk, United Kingdom
The cast iron and masonry structure stretches 710 feet across the Ceiriog Valley, carrying water 70 feet above the river through ten arches.
Thomas Telford designed this engineering project for the Ellesmere Canal, with construction completed in 1801 using iron plates from William Hazledine's foundry.
The aqueduct represents a milestone in British industrial advancement, connecting Welsh and English communities through innovative water transport infrastructure.
Visitors can walk along the towpath of the Llangollen Canal across the aqueduct while observing boats navigating through the water channel.
The structure functions alongside its parallel railway viaduct, creating a rare double-crossing configuration above the valley floor.
Location: Wrexham County Borough
Location: Shropshire
Architects: Thomas Telford
Elevation above the sea: 74.5 m
GPS coordinates: 52.92760,-3.06173
Latest update: May 11, 2025 12:35
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