Local Government
Sandstone
Region
Midwest
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Location
Sandstone
Location Details
Other Name(s)
Contradiction Well
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 | 25 Jun 1997 | Category 2 |
Category 2 |
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Statement of Significance
Contradiction Well has high historic significance as one of the few remaining government wells in the district. The wells were essential for ensuring ongoing water supplies for the mine workers and pastoralists.
Physical Description
Restored in recent times, possibly during the Bicentenary, the well is surrounded by a square timber structure and features a timber windlass. The well is lined with timber.
History
The Government sank many wells throughout the region in order to encourage additional exploration for gold and other mining. Contradiction Well was one of these, sunk by hand to a depth of approximately 100 metres. For many years it produced good drinking water which was brought to the surface by windlass and bucket. Other Government wells in the Sandstone district include one located on the golf course which was the town's water supply. This timber lined well is now covered for safety reasons. Mickey's Well, located near the Reward Mine, was named after Owen Daley who discovered gold there. He was known locally as "Mickey the Priest". [Local Knowledge]
Integrity/Authenticity
Integrity: Medium Degree
Modifications: The well has been restored recently.
Condition
Good
Place Type
Historic site
Uses
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Original Use | GOVERNMENTAL | Reservoir or Dam |
| Present Use | VACANT\UNUSED | Vacant\Unused |
Construction Materials
| Type | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Other | TIMBER | Other Timber |
Historic Themes
| General | Specific |
|---|---|
| TRANSPORT & COMMUNICATIONS | Droving |
| OCCUPATIONS | Mining {incl. mineral processing} |
| DEMOGRAPHIC SETTLEMENT & MOBILITY | Exploration & surveying |
Creation Date
28 Apr 1989Publish place record online (inHerit):
ApprovedLast Update
01 Jan 2017Disclaimer
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