Découverte et devenir d’un ouvrage antique aux XIXe et XXe siècles : le Castellum divisiorum de Nîmes

In 1844, the discovery of the Castellum divisorium in Nîmes revealed a critical link between the ancient Roman aqueduct system and the city's water supply, coinciding with urgent modern needs for urban hydration. This monumental find—part of the larger Pont du Gard aqueduct network—was swiftly protected by the service des monuments historiques, ensuring its preservation as shared heritage. However, in the 1960s, plans to relocate the structure threatened its integrity and historical context. The nascent Ministry of Cultural Affairs intervened, preventing demolition and enhancing its visibility while maintaining its educational role in understanding Nîmes' ancient urban layout and infrastructure.

Liardet, O. (2010). Découverte et devenir d’un ouvrage antique aux XIXe et XXe siècles : le Castellum divisiorum de Nîmes. Livraisons d’Histoire de L’architecture, 19, 35–60. https://doi.org/10.4000/lha.237