Huwei Channel Introduction
During the Japanese colonial period, to address the water supply issues in Taiwan, in 1896, the Japanese hired British engineer Barton as a sanitary engineering consultant for the Taiwan Governor-General's Office, responsible for the design and construction of waterworks. The "Shuangjuntou Water Treatment Plant" is the first water treatment facility in Taiwan. The classical stone arch gate is inscribed with the words "Huwei Water Source." After a century, the aqueduct remains clear and continues to supply water to the Tamsui area. The current "Huwei Aqueduct" is a low-altitude natural groundwater source located at the foothills of Shuiyuan Street in Tamsui District, enjoying the title of Taiwan's first aqueduct. Its historical sites include the Shuangjuntou water source, valve room, and fire hydrant on Sanmin Street. The valve room and fire hydrant are small public buildings within the city, while the water source springs from the depths of volcanic rock at the foot of Datun Mountain, remaining perennial with clear and sweet spring water in a tranquil environment. The guardhouse, brick columns at the main gate, and these century-old facilities protecting the water source have now been designated as city-listed historical sites for preservation.
