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Monument MPM1851 - Chimney, Sewage Works Fort Cumberland
Summary
Brick chimney used to ventilate sewage holding tanks at Fort Cumberland.
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Full Description
Brick chimney used to ventilate sewage holding tanks at Fort Cumberland. The holding tanks were built in 1887 and 1904. The sewage was pumped into the tanks via incoming intercepting sewers and was then emptied into the entrance to Langstone harbour one hour after every high water through penstocks.
Moore, Pamela (ed), 1984, A Guide to the Industrial Archaeology of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight (Bibliographic reference). SPM470.
Sources/Archives (1)
- --- SPM470 Bibliographic reference: Moore, Pamela (ed). 1984. A Guide to the Industrial Archaeology of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
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Location
| Grid reference | SZ 684 993 (point) |
|---|---|
| Unitary Authority | Portsmouth City |
Record last edited
Jul 1 2026 11:51AM