LIMESTONE FEATURE(S), EAST STREET

Statement of Significance

Use of limestone as part of the Fremantle landscape gives the City coherence and character. Limestone walls are one commonly encountered example of use of this stone as a building material, most of them dating from the 19th century and early years of the 20th century. Many limestone outcrops remain throughout Frementle. This one would be one of the largest and most visible.

Physical Description

A large cut through a limestone outcrop. There are sections of cut outcrop and sections of built limestone wall. The limestone hill has been cut for East Street to pass through. John Curtin Senior High School is located on the west side and the Primary School is located on the east.

Integrity/Authenticity

High degree of integrity
High degree of authenticity with much original fabric remaining.
(These statements based on street survey only).

Condition

Condition assessed as fair to good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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