Barton upon Irwell is a suburb of Salford, in Greater Manchester, England, with a population of 12,462 in 2014.
The Barton Swing Aqueduct carries the Bridgewater Canal over the Manchester Ship Canal.
The SW portion of Barton showing the Bridgewater Aqueduct (left) and the road swing-bridge (right) crossing the Ship Canal, with adjacent housing
The Barton Swing Aqueduct is a moveable navigable aqueduct in Barton upon Irwell, Greater Manchester, England. It carries the Bridgewater Canal across the Manchester Ship Canal. The swinging action al
The original Barton Aqueduct, shortly before its demolition in 1893
The swing aqueduct in open position. At this point transit through the Manchester Ship Canal is possible
The swing aqueduct in the closed position, showing the Bridgewater Canal crossing over the Ship Canal. The Barton Road Swing Bridge is on the right