Element record MCC1045 - Roman drain, Culver Street, Colchester
Summary
Roman Legionary Fortress timber drain was discovered during excavations at Culver Street between 1981-2 and 1984-5.
Location
| Grid reference | TL 99560 25108 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TL92NE |
| County | ESSEX |
| Non Parish Area | COLCHESTER, COLCHESTER, ESSEX |
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
During excavations at Culver Street between 1981-2 and 1984-5 (ECC337) a Roman timber-lined drain of the legionary fortress was discovered. The drain was sealed by metalling of a north-south street (MCC781).<1>
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SCC101 Monograph: Crummy, Philip. 1992. CAR 6: Excavations at Culver Street, the Gilberd School, and other sites in Colchester 1971-85. 6. p.51.
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Oct 11 2016 2:30PM