How the Roman Aqueducts worked. 3 Interesting Facts about Roman Aqueducts: 1. There is still a functioning aqueduct from ancient times. The Acqua Vergine, built in 19 B.C., lives on as a functioning aqueduct. 2. Private users of aqueducts had to have a license for connecting pipes directly from the aqueduct to their property in exchange for a monetary value based on the length of the pipe. Some wealthy Romans even had their own aqueducts. 3. Farmers who had no access to the rivers or lakes, had

The Roman Empire was renowned for its engineering feats, and one of the most sophisticated infrastructures they developed was their water supply system. The aqueducts are often celebrated, but the ingenuity didn't stop there. Inside the sprawling cities, Romans implemented an extensive network of copper pipes and lead valves to deliver water under pressure directly to their homes. This system not only provided convenience but also a symbol of wealth and technological advancement. The use of copp