One example of an aqueduct was The Pont du Gard. The Pont du Gard is a 50-kilometer aqueduct that was built in the 1st century AD. This aqueduct supplied water to the city of Nimes and allowed water to flow across the Gardon River. The bridge was built using yellow limestone blocks that were near the borders of the river. The tallest section of the bridge was constructed with breezeblocks combined with mortar. The bridge has three levels of 52-formed arches. The arches are in line with each other and recessed. The water is transported at the top of the third level. Roman architects and hydraulic engineers created a beautiful, functional, and technical masterpiece that is identified as a work of art today. The use of the famous arch is very
