Bath Weir, Weir on River Avon in Bath, England
The V-shaped Pulteney Weir stretches across the River Avon, controlling water levels and maintaining flow rates through a system of barriers and gates.
The original weir appeared on Bath maps in 1603, underwent reconstruction in the early 1970s with a new V-shape design and addition of controlled flood gates.
The weir functions alongside Pulteney Bridge, one of four bridges worldwide featuring continuous shops on both sides spanning its entire length.
The weir remains an essential component of Bath's flood prevention system, protecting the city center through its engineered water control mechanisms.
The structure played a role in the film adaptation of Les Misérables, with its cascading waters providing background for several scenes.
Location: Bath and North East Somerset
GPS coordinates: 51.38270,-2.35751
Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:03
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