Civil engineering deals with the design, construction, and maintenance of infrastructure like roads, bridges, buildings, and dams. It has existed since ancient times, with some of the earliest large structures being Egyptian pyramids from 2700-2500 BC. Other ancient civil engineering projects include aqueducts and roads built by the Romans, as well as structures like China's Great Wall. The term "civil engineering" was coined in the 18th century to distinguish non-military engineering works. A key early civil engineer was John Smeaton, who designed the Eddystone Lighthouse off the coast of England.