Moss Dam

England
List entry 1015856
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Moss Dam is a sixteenth-century reservoir located in Yorkshire, England. Constructed to supply water for industrial or domestic purposes during the early modern period, it represents an important example of water management infrastructure from this era. The dam survives as an earthwork feature, demonstrating the engineering practices employed in Tudor or early Stuart England to harness local water resources for practical utility.

Moss Dam is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015856. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moss Dam?

Moss Dam is a sixteenth-century reservoir located in Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015856.

Who is responsible for protecting Moss Dam?

Moss Dam is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1015856.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moss Dam?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Gunnerside Gill lead mines and ore works (1.9 km), Beldi Hill Low Level lead mine and ore works (1.9 km), Blakethwaite Smelt Mill and dressing floors (2.1 km).

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