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Old Swimming Pool

Author

Shire of Mount Magnet

Place Number

07212
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Location

Mt Magnet

Location Details

immediately west of Mt Magnet townsite

Local Government

Mt Magnet

Region

Midwest

Construction Date

Demolition Year

N/A

Statutory Heritage Listings

Type Status Date Documents More information
(no listings)

Heritage Council Decisions and Deliberations

Type Status Date Documents
(no listings)

Other Heritage Listings and Surveys

Type Status Date Grading/Management More information
Category Description
Municipal Inventory Adopted 16 Aug 1996 Category 4

Category 4

Significant but not essential to an understanding of the history of the district: photographically record the place prior to any major redevelopment or demolition.

Statement of Significance

The old swimming pool has historic and social significance for its role in the recreational activities of Mount Magnet residents in the past.

Physical Description

This large cement lined pool is located immediately west of Mount Magnet. A 'slip pole' is positioned across the width of the pool. The cement lining has crumbled in places to reveal the rock and sand internal construction. A ladder of the diving board is at the deep end of the pool.

Integrity/Authenticity

Integrity: High Degree

Condition

Very Poor

Place Type

Historic site

Uses

Epoch General Specific
Original Use SOCIAL\RECREATIONAL Other
Present Use VACANT\UNUSED Vacant\Unused

Historic Themes

General Specific
SOCIAL & CIVIC ACTIVITIES Sport, recreation & entertainment

Creation Date

28 May 1997

Publish place record online (inHerit):

Approved

Last Update

01 Jan 2017

Disclaimer

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.