Local Government
Dundas
Region
Goldfields
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Location
Off Coolgardie Esperance Hwy Norseman
Location Details
48kms north of Norseman, close to the abandoned Pioneer Railway Station
Construction Date
Constructed from 1910
Demolition Year
N/AStatutory Heritage Listings
| Type | Status | Date | Documents | More information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (no listings) |
Heritage Council Decisions and Deliberations
| Type | Status | Date | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| RHP - To be assessed | Current | 25 Jun 2008 |
Other Heritage Listings and Surveys
| Type | Status | Date | Grading/Management | More information | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | Description | ||||
| Municipal Inventory | Adopted | 14 Aug 1995 | 5 |
5 |
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Statement of Significance
Historic Value: Built by the Government to enable steam engines operating between Coolgardie and Kalgoorlie to obtain water supplies.
Social value: Now used as a recreational area.
Physical Description
Concrete subterranean dam, almost conical in shape. A large spillway directs run-off from the granite outcrop to the west. Eastern end of of the granite catchment area has a rock wall to direct water flow. Some archaeological remnants relating to houses and pump. Overall the place is in condition and significantly intact.
Integrity/Authenticity
Extent of Original Fabric: 95%
Condition
Good
Place Type
Historic Site
Uses
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Present Use | GOVERNMENTAL | Reservoir or Dam |
| Original Use | GOVERNMENTAL | Reservoir or Dam |
Construction Materials
| Type | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Other | CONCRETE | Other Concrete |
Historic Themes
| General | Specific |
|---|---|
| TRANSPORT & COMMUNICATIONS | Rail & light rail transport |
Creation Date
18 Dec 1997Publish place record online (inHerit):
ApprovedLast Update
01 Jan 2017Disclaimer
This information is provided voluntarily as a public service. The information provided is made available in good faith and is derived from sources believed to be reliable and accurate. However, the information is provided solely on the basis that readers will be responsible for making their own assessment of the matters discussed herein and are advised to verify all relevant representations, statements and information.