Upper Canal System, Water supply canal in Middleton Grange, Australia.
The Upper Canal System extends 54 kilometers through New South Wales, incorporating open channels, tunnels, and pipelines to transport water from the Nepean River.
Construction of this water infrastructure commenced in the 1880s as part of the Upper Nepean Scheme, addressing Sydney's growing water needs during population expansion.
The canal system represents a significant engineering achievement in Australian water management, highlighting the development of infrastructure in New South Wales.
The gravity-fed aqueduct maintains operational status, delivering between 20 to 40 percent of Sydney's daily water requirements through its network.
The system demonstrates exceptional engineering precision with a minimal elevation drop of 50 meters across its entire length, achieving a grade of 0.1 percent.
Location: New South Wales
Part of: Upper Nepean Scheme
GPS coordinates: -33.91556,150.82861
Latest update: March 8, 2025 15:32
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