Store Street Aqueduct, Grade II* listed aqueduct in central Manchester, England
Store Street Aqueduct carries the Ashton Canal over Store Street with a single arch spanning 25 feet and rising 9 feet above road level.
Built in 1798 by engineer Benjamin Outram, this structure stands as the first major skewed aqueduct constructed in Great Britain and remains operational today.
The aqueduct represents a crucial element of Manchester's industrial infrastructure, demonstrating the engineering capabilities that supported the city's growth during industrialization.
Located at coordinates 53.4796, -2.2274, the stone structure extends 220 feet in length and maintains its original water transportation function across central Manchester.
The aqueduct features a distinctive 40-degree skew design with triangular buttresses and large voussoirs, marking an early application of advanced bridge construction techniques.
Location: Manchester
Official opening: 1798
GPS coordinates: 53.47960,-2.22740
Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:54
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