Man and Supply Cage, Mount Isa Mines, c.1951

DESCRIPTION

DescriptionMan and Supply Shaft was located in an area void of any known orebodies at the time. It was the main shaft for workers and supplies to access underground. This was at the northern end of the valley and conveniently located for Mineside residents. Also the compressor shed was erected next to the winder house. These massive compressors supplied all the compressed air for mining and surface use.

This shaft was rarely used for ore handling. However, high grade ore was taken from underground and loaded into railway wagons and taken directly to the lead smelter where it was added to the Charge Bins. This ore was too high in lead concentration and was not suitable for the normal milling process.
DateCirca 1951PhotographerPeter LaurisenRightsCC: BY-NC-SACollectionPeter LaurisenSubjectMiningMining Buildings

LOCATION

PlaceMount Isa MinesGeolocation^[1]

IDENTIFIERS

KeywordCageMan and SupplyTaxonomyLocation | Mount Isa MinesTopics | MiningTime | 1950s | 1951

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Man and Supply Cage, Mount Isa Mines, c.1951