Acueducto de Albear, Colonial water supply system in Havana, Cuba
The Albear Aqueduct extends over 30 kilometers from Vento springs to Havana, incorporating tunnels, canals, and distribution networks across the city's landscape.
Construction of the aqueduct began in 1858 under engineer Francisco de Albear to address water shortages, receiving completion in 1893 after his death.
The engineering masterwork received international recognition at the 1878 Paris Universal Exhibition, marking Cuban technical advancement during the Spanish colonial period.
The system continues to supply 15 percent of Havana's water needs through gravity flow, requiring no electrical power for water distribution.
The aqueduct features two square reservoirs at Palatino, each measuring 70 meters per side with 6-meter depth, connected to 93.5 kilometers of pipes.
Location: Havana Province
Official opening: January 23, 1893
Elevation above the sea: 38 m
GPS coordinates: 23.07694,-82.38694
Latest update: May 7, 2025 22:36
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