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Woodhead Reservoir
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Woodhead reservoir is a man-made lake near the hamlet of Woodhead in Longdendale in north Derbyshire, England. It was constructed by John Frederick Bateman between 1847 and June 1877 as part of the Longdendale Chain of reservoirs to supply water from the River Etherow to the urban areas of Greater Manchester. It is at the top of the chain of reservoirs and was the first to be started, though, due to construction problems, it was the last to be completed.
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- Where is Woodhead Reservoir?
- Woodhead Reservoir is a reservoir in Yorkshire.
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- There is no fixed answer for Woodhead Reservoir: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Woodhead Reservoir in Yorkshire. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.
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