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Ryburn Reservoir
Reservoir in West Yorkshire, England / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Ryburn Reservoir is a supply reservoir operated by Yorkshire Water close to Ripponden in the Yorkshire Pennines, England.[1] It lies in the valley of the River Ryburn and is the lower of two reservoirs built in the valley to supply Wakefield with water and was completed in 1933.[2] The upper reservoir is Baitings Reservoir.[3]
Quick Facts Location, Coordinates ...
Ryburn Reservoir | |
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Location | West Yorkshire |
Coordinates | 53°39′55″N 1°58′09″W |
Type | reservoir |
Basin countries | United Kingdom |
Surface area | 11 ha (27 acres) |
Max. depth | 29 m (95 ft) |
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Ryburn reservoir is the earlier of the two reservoirs.[3] It lies just south of the A58 road and its concrete dam is situated in a deep part of the valley.[4] Being surrounded by woods, it is a popular area for walkers just outside the settlements of Ripponden and Rishworth.[5]