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Reservoirs & lochs · South Wales

Ystradfellte Reservoir

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Ystradfellte Reservoir — reservoir in the United Kingdom.

Ystradfellte Reservoir, reservoirs & lochs in South Wales

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2.5 h
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Ystradfellte Reservoir is a reservoir in the United Kingdom. Managed by Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water. Wikidata describes it as: "reservoir in the United Kingdom". Coordinates: 51.8490°, -3.5300°.

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From the Wikipedia article

Ystradfellte Reservoir is a water storage reservoir on the Afon Dringarth in the upland area of Fforest Fawr within the Brecon Beacons National Park in South Wales. It lies just north of the village of Ystradfellte in the county of Powys at OS Grid ref SN 946178. The embankment is 920 feet (280 m) long by 114 feet (35 m) high. When full the water surface is 1,204 feet (367 m) above sea level.

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Background

Architecture

The reservoir was constructed between 1907 and 1914 by Neath Rural District Council for the supply of water. A temporary railway track was constructed for 7 mi from the village of Penderyn to transport building materials to the dam site. Limestone was obtained from Penderyn Quarry and puddle clay was excavated from the glacial till at nearby Cilhepste Coed. Sandstone may have been sourced from Gwaun Hepste just east of Ystradfellte. The railway required the construction across the Afon Hepste of a 300 ft long, 50 ft high wooden viaduct.

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Coordinates
51.8490, -3.5300

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Ystradfellte Reservoir?
Ystradfellte Reservoir is in South Wales, United Kingdom.
What is Ystradfellte Reservoir?
Ystradfellte Reservoir — reservoir in the United Kingdom.
How do I get to Ystradfellte Reservoir?
Its coordinates are 51.8490°, -3.5300°.
Who runs Ystradfellte Reservoir?
Ystradfellte Reservoir is operated by Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water.
Is Ystradfellte Reservoir free to visit?
Yes, Ystradfellte Reservoir is free to enter.