Section Of Aqueduct

 

This drawing shows: Arch, Pier, Support Bridge, Waterproofing, Water Tubes, and Removable Blocks For Cleaning.

Merida Bridge (Portugal)

 

The Romans were some of the earliest builders to excel in bridge construction often using the circular arch to make their bridges strong

Aqueduct Design #2

 

In this completed drawing the water pipe is in place, supported by the set of arches. The arches are also tying the Piers together. The pier foundations are formed to provide a secure base, and the ground line is marked in dark brown.

Aqueduct Design

 

In the top block the ground line is established, and the imaginary line (dotted) is laid out by a sight line. this is the basic Profile Map.

In the bottom block the measuring sticks are in use measuring from the ground line to the imaginary line, and the water leveling table (chorobate) is in use as a leveling medium for the imaginary line.

Letter Key to Caesar's Bridge

 

Central Spain

 

Tribes and places in Central Spain during Roman Times.

Sicily, First Punic War