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New waterworks at Caterham, Surrey, 1862. Creator: Unknown
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New waterworks at Caterham, Surrey, 1862. Creator: Unknown
New waterworks at Caterham, Surrey, 1862. To supply [a plentiful supply of good water fit for domestic use, ] the principal landowner, at his own expense, has had waterworks constructed, at a cost of more than £12, 000, including between six and seven miles of distributing mains and pipes. The north elevation of these waterworks is shown in the Engraving...the supply of this indispensable necessary of life was necessarily obtained by sinking a deep well in the chalk stratum, which, as is well known to those persons practically acquainted with the subject, can, in the hands of a skilful engineer, be made to yield a most abundant supply of excellent water...This water is pumped up, by a steam pumping-engine, into four reservoirs, contained in the building shown in the Engraving...The water, after being softened by Dr. Clark's well-known process, flows by gravity through pipes laid in various directions to supply the consumers...The well and reservoirs and works have been constructed from the designs, and under the superintendence, of Mr. S. C. Homersham...and are the third set of waterworks constructed by him in which Dr. Clark's softening process is applied. The elevation and architectural features of the building were designed by Mr. Richard Wm. Drew'. From "Illustrated London News", 1862
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This vintage print captures the new waterworks at Caterham, Surrey in 1862, showcasing the dedication of a principal landowner to provide a plentiful supply of good water fit for domestic use. With an investment exceeding £12,000, including miles of distributing mains and pipes, these waterworks were essential for ensuring access to clean water for the community.
The north elevation of the waterworks is depicted in this engraving, highlighting the impressive infrastructure required to extract water from a deep well in the chalk stratum. Through the use of a steam pumping-engine and Dr. Clark's softening process, an abundant supply of excellent quality water was made available to consumers throughout Caterham.
Designed by Mr. S.C. Homersham and Mr. Richard Wm. Drew, these innovative waterworks represented a significant advancement in engineering and architecture during that time period. The attention to detail and commitment to providing essential resources demonstrate the importance placed on public health and well-being.
As we reflect on this historical image, we are reminded of the vital role that access to clean water plays in our daily lives and how advancements like these have shaped our communities for generations to come.
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