How Did The Roman Aqueduct Used To Save Rome

The Roman Aqueducts served to bring water to Rome, or any other larger cities around Rome. The Aqueducts supplied water to baths, fountains, and emptied sewers all around the city. The first Roman Aqueduct was constructed in 312BC, when Roman was becoming a Republic. This Aqueduct was named the Aqua Appia. The Aqua Appia was constructed using roman concrete, and set stone, but the Roman's had a problem. So much materials would have to be gathered to make an Aqueduct of this size. They had to design a new architectural method to save them materials, be strong enough to withstand the forces of nature, and mankind. The method they came up with, was the famous Arch. The arch was a big success for the Romans, it had great strength, and saved