Simpson Ground Reservoir Cumbria
N 54° 16.218 W 002° 55.728
30U E 504636 N 6013598
Simpson Ground Reservoir is a fresh water supply for Grange-over-sands in a Forestry Commission conifer plantation. Publicly accessible with public footpaths around. Popular walking venue.
Waymark Code: WM11FG
Location: North West England, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 12/14/2006
Views: 69
Built in 1957, to supplement the drinking water supply for Grange-over-sands with metal pipe following the outflow, Way Beck. Capacity of 44 million gallons. Initial water supply for Grange-over-sands is nearby High Newton reservoir. Reservoir has fishing through WA&DAA.
Trees are being harvested constantly, and area to south is being felled 2006.
Very picturesque.
Parking near N 54°15.509 W 02°57.038 which is on back road near Barrow Banks house, and at Gummers How car park. Dogs allowed. Good for kids. Mountain bikes allowed on bridleways.
Waterway where the dam is located: Source of Way Beck
Main use of the Water Dam: Water Supply (Drinkable)
Material used in the structure: masonry
Height of Dam: 2 metre
Date built: 01/01/1957
Fishing Allowed: yes
Motor Sports Allowed: no
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Visit Instructions:
Photo of the Dam and a description of your visit.