Local Government
Wyndham-East Kimberley
Region
Kimberley
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Location
King River Rd Wyndham
Location Details
Dam located 1.2 km of main King River Road, approx 20 km from Great Northern Hwy.
Construction Date
Constructed from 1972
Demolition Year
N/AStatutory Heritage Listings
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Heritage Council Decisions and Deliberations
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Other Heritage Listings and Surveys
| Type | Status | Date | Grading/Management | More information | |
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| Municipal Inventory | Adopted | 20 Feb 1997 |
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Statement of Significance
The dam is unique in its technological design, being the only one of its type of construction in Australia. It is also significant to Wyndham's main water supply. It is an exceptionally pretty area and a great tourist attraction.
Physical Description
The dam itself is located 1.2 kilometres off the main King River Road, approximately 20 kilometres from the Great Northern Highway. It is an unusual construction of rock and fill designed to allow water to flow through the rocks when the water rises above an acceptable level. The area comprising the dam consists of small lagoons, massive red rock gorges and massive Boab trees.
Integrity/Authenticity
Integrity: As originally built.
Condition
Good
Place Type
Individual Building or Group
Uses
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Original Use | GOVERNMENTAL | Pumping Station |
| Present Use | GOVERNMENTAL | Pumping Station |
| GOVERNMENTAL | Reservoir or Dam |
Creation Date
14 Nov 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.