Local Government
Harvey
Region
South West
Location
Hoffman Rd Yarloop
Location Details
Construction Date
Constructed from 1950
Demolition Year
N/AStatutory Heritage Listings
| Type | Status | Date | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| (no listings) |
Heritage Council Decisions and Deliberations
| Type | Status | Date | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| (no listings) |
Other Heritage Listings and Surveys
| Type | Status | Date | Grading/Management | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | ||||
| Municipal Inventory | Adopted | 15 Jan 2013 | Category 4 | |
Statement of Significance
• The tower has research value as a demonstration of techniques of forest management and fire control.
Physical Description
The fire tower is still in use and is of metal construction with steps wrapping around the tower leading up to the control room at the top. The room has windows to all sides to allow for unimpeded visual access in all directions. Additional facilities at ground level include toilet block, antennae and storage sheds with the site being enclosed by high metal fencing.
History
Mount William was named in honour of Prince William, Duke of Clarence, the heir to the crown of George IV. It was named by Captain James Stirling in 1829. Fire towers were originally timber and because of their locale and material they were often burnt. The current tower is believed to have been built in the 1950s and has since been a reference point in the district.
Integrity/Authenticity
High/ High
Condition
Good
Associations
| Name | Type | Year From | Year To |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public Works Department of WA | Architect | 1950 | 1950 |
Place Type
Historic site
Uses
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Original Use | FORESTRY | Other |
Creation Date
13 Feb 2008Publish place record online (inHerit):
ApprovedLast Update
18 May 2020Disclaimer
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