Local Government
Karratha
Region
Pilbara
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Location
Island Point Samson
Location Details
Other Name(s)
Solveig Shipwreck
Construction Date
Demolition Year
N/AStatutory 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 | 01 Sep 2013 | Category B |
Category B |
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Statement of Significance
The remains of the Solveig are an accessible reminder of the use of Point Samson as the primary port for the region in the late 19th and 20th centuries, and the reliance of the Pilbara on maritime transport. The vessel was wrecked during a cyclone, and is a direct link to the natural disasters of continental significance today.
Physical Description
The remains of the ship remain distributed across the be ach at Point Samson, with metal elements located across the rock outcrop on the beach.
History
In 1903, while unloading piles for the Point Samson jetty, the Solveig was struck by a gale. Her cable snapped and whilst the ship was only half unloaded, she was grounded and rolled on her side.
The Solveig was a wooden barque built in 1887 and was only 16 years old.
Archaeology
The remains on the beach include a winch, which may not derive from the Solveig, and chain piles which may relate to the attempt to refloat the vessel.
Integrity/Authenticity
Very Little
Other Reference Numbers
| Ref Number | Description |
|---|---|
| 57 | Municipal Inventory |
Other Keywords
520674 mE, 7718555 mN (MGA94 Zone 50)
Longitude: 117.1984 Latitude: -20.6321
Place Type
Historic site
Uses
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Present Use | Transport\Communications | Water: Other |
| Original Use | Transport\Communications | Water: Other |
Historic Themes
| General | Specific |
|---|---|
| OUTSIDE INFLUENCES | Natural disasters |
Creation Date
11 Sep 2014Publish 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.