Rhodeswood Reservoir

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Rhodeswood Reservoir
Rhodeswood Reservoir - Rhodeswood Reservoir
Rhodeswood Reservoir
Location Longdendale, North Derbyshire
Coordinates 53°28′N 1°55′WCoordinates: 53°28′N 1°55′W
Lake type reservoir
Basin countries United Kingdom

Rhodeswood reservoir is a man-made lake in Longdendale in north Derbyshire. It was constructed in 1855 as part of the Longdendale chain to supply water from the River Etherow to the urban areas of Greater Manchester.[1]

Reservoir to West Longdendale Chain Reservoir to East
Valehouse Reservoir Torside Reservoir

[edit] References

  1. ^ The Peak District National Park - Fact Zone 21. Longdendale in the National Park