Gutters have been around for thousands of years. They were first created by the Indus Valley Civilization around 3,000 BC and were simply clay drains covered with bricks. Ultimately, the Roman Empire included rain gutters to roadways as well as walkways to catch rain. This ancient world additionally brought gutters to England around 47 AD, when the Norman Empire ruled. Throughout this time, several structures were reconstructed with rock roof coverings as well as parapets decorated with gargoyles.