Arnfield Reservoir

Arnfield Reservoir

Infobox lake
lake_name = Arnfield Reservoir
image_lake = Arnfield Reservoir 5 (2223275670).jpg
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location = Longdendale, North Derbyshire
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type = reservoir
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Arnfield reservoir is a man-made lake in Longdendale in north Derbyshire. It was constructed in 1854 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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