aqueduct is a prominent element in the historic built environment of Leichhardt and Forest Lodge. The aqueduct in consideration of its length, height and slender proportions is an impressive sight, and a landmark in Sydney. The place has a strong or special association with a particular community or cultural group in New South Wales for social, cultural or spiritual reasons. The aqueduct is a major element of the historic built environment of the local government area of Leichhardt and provides a focusfor the contemporary community for an understanding of the historical development of the local area. It is listed by authorities such as the National Trust of Australia (NSW), the Australian Heritage Commission, and the Institution of Engineers (Australia). The place has potential to yield information that will contribute to an understanding of the cultural or natural history of New South Wales. The aqueduct is one of the first major constructions undertaken using reinforced concrete in NSW and one of the first in Australia. The built fabric is therefore a unique repository for the study of the early development of reinforced construction. The place possesses uncommon, rare or endangered aspects of the cultural or natural history of New South Wales. It is rare in Australia in consideration of the extent and date of the reinforced construction technique. The place is important in demonstrating the principal characteristics of a class of cultural or natural places/environments in New South Wales. It is representative in its function which is widespread across Sydney. Engineering heritage The aqueduct received a Historic Engineering Marker from Engineers Australia as part of its Engineering Heritage Recognition Program. See also White's Creek Aqueduct References Bibliography Attribution New South Wales State Heritage Register Annandale, New South Wales Sewerage infrastructure in Sydney Articles incorporating text from the New South Wales State Heritage Register 1897 establishments in Australia Buildings and structures completed in 1897 Recipients of Engineers Australia engineering heritage markers