Rhodeswood Reservoir

Rhodeswood Reservoir

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lake_name = Rhodeswood Reservoir
image_lake = Longdendale4698.jpg
caption_lake = Rhodeswood Reservoir
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location = Longdendale, North Derbyshire
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type = reservoir
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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. [ [http://www.peakdistrict-education.gov.uk/Fact%20Sheets/fz21lgd1.htm The Peak District National Park - Fact Zone 21. Longdendale in the National Park ] ]

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