Civil engineer. Born in Enfield. As chief engineer of the Metropolitan Board of Works he created the London main drainage system and the Embankment. Great-great grandfather of Sir Peter, the television producer behind 'Big Brother' and other such masterpieces of popular TV entertainment. Died at his home in Wimbledon.
This section lists the memorials where the subject on this page is commemorated:
Sir Joseph Bazalgette
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Chelsea Embankment - Albert Bridge
{Inscribed on a stone plaque on the plinth, on the east side:} Chelsea Emban...
Chelsea Embankment - Old Church
There were at least 3 designs for lamps along the Thames Embankments. This on...
Joseph Bazalgette - NW8
Sir Joseph William Bazalgette, 1819 - 1891, civil engineer, lived here. Great...
Northern Outfall Sewer - Dace Road
Northern Outfall Sewer, part of London's main drainage system, constructed mi...
Northern Outfall Sewer - River Lea
Metropolitan Board of Works Northern Outfall Sewer Constructed 1862 - 63 John...
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