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Former Dam of Cwmcarn Canal Reservoir is a post-medieval dam structure located in Wales that served water supply and drainage functions. The dam dates from the period of canal development and industrial expansion, reflecting the infrastructure investments required to support the region's economic activities. As a scheduled ancient monument under Cadw's protection, the site preserves evidence of historical engineering practices and the water management systems essential to Wales's industrial heritage. The structure remains significant for understanding the development of canal-based transportation and associated hydraulic engineering from the post-medieval and early modern periods.
Former Dam of Cwmcarn Canal Reservoir is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference MM259. View the official record →
Former Dam of Cwmcarn Canal Reservoir is a post-medieval dam structure located in Wales that served water supply and drainage functions. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference MM259.
Former Dam of Cwmcarn Canal Reservoir dates from the post medieval/modern period, and is classified as a dam. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.
Former Dam of Cwmcarn Canal Reservoir is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Cadw — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Wales. The official designation reference is MM259.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including St. Michael's Churchyard Cross, Machen (5.5 km), Ruperra Hillfort and Motte (6.9 km), Ruperra Castle lower summerhouse remains (6.9 km).
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