High Maynard Reservoir
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History
In 1852, the East London Waterworks Company was granted permission to develop land at Walthamstow for reservoirs and by 1863, the first stage of the reservoirs development was completed with the construction of Reservoir Nos. 1, 2 and 3. Construction of the High Maynard reservoir was completed in 1870 [2] by the East London Waterworks Company on former marshland and is now owned and managed by Thames Water.
Ecology
The water is a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). In winter, cormorants roost on the island with their numbers reaching nationally important levels.[3] The fringes of the reservoir contain many plant species that are uncommon to Greater London.
Recreation
The water is open to the public and is popular with birdwatchers, walkers and anglers.
See also
References
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