Seathwaite Tarn Dam.
N 54° 22.729 W 003° 09.321
30U E 489909 N 6025681
Seathwaite Tarn Reservoir,Cumbria England
Waymark Code: WM30X9
Location: United Kingdom
Date Posted: 01/22/2008
Views: 44
Seathwaite Tarn was dammed to create a reservoir for drinking water for the town of Barrow in Furness Cumbria.
The Tarn is in a beautiful location amidst the mountains of The Lake District.
A service road from the Duddon Valley allows access for walkers only to the dam and surrounding fells.
The dam was built in the 1930's.
Waterway where the dam is located: Seathwaite Tarn Lake District Cumbria.
Main use of the Water Dam: Water Supply (Drinkable)
Material used in the structure: masonry
Height of Dam: Not listed
Date built: Not listed
Fishing Allowed: Not Listed
Motor Sports Allowed: Not Listed
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Visit Instructions:
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