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The Boothtown Aqueduct is a heritage-listed, 19th-century water bridge located in Greystanes, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. The Aqueduct was constructed in 1888, and was designed to carry water from Prospect Reservoir to residents of Greater Western Sydney. The aqueduct is now closed for maintenance, but visitors can still explore it and learn about its history. However, a visit to the aqueduct is not necessary to enjoy its beauty.

The Aqueduct was constructed as a drinking-water supply for Sydney in 1904, but was not used for that long. In 1907, the city installed a syphon, diverting the water into a large concrete pipe. Inlets for the syphon were built as castle-like towers with steel trash racks and sluice gates. The aqueduct was built with safety in mind and was a significant contributor to the local community’s health and safety.

Despite the recent addition to the Register of the National Estate, the Greystanes Aqueduct is a striking piece of Sydney’s infrastructural heritage. Until recently, cycling through the area was not common, but now it is protected and will attract more attention. With the added protection of the aqueduct, it should become a much more popular destination for cyclists and other outdoor enthusiasts.