Richmans Enginehouse of 1869 with Stuckeys shaft (fenced), against the background of the largest of two tailing heaps. Moonta Mines National Heritage Area Yorke Peninsula South Australia
Richmans Walk
Richmans concentrating plant was one of three at the Moonta Mine, the others being Hancocks and Ryans.
It operated from 1869 until the mine closed in 1923, crushing and concentrating ore from nearby shafts. During this period many alterations were made to the plant to suit the improved technology of mining and processing. Waste from the plant was dumped on the large tailings heap behind the enginehouse.
The surviving enginehouse contained a Cornish beam engine which powered all machinery. Surrounding the enginehouse are other ruins including foundations and bases of crushers, jiggers, buddles, elevators, air compressors and boilerhouses.
The enginehouse was constructed between 1867 and 1869 using stone from Moonta Beach. Designed by engineer Frederick May and built under his supervision, the enginehouse featured a concealed roof surrounded by a parapet. It housed a 32 inch Cornish beam engine and was named after a director of the Moonta Mining Company.
In 1986, conservation work was carried out on the enginehouse.
The walk provides access to Richmans Enginehouse and lookouts on the railings heap. Signs interpret the remaining structures.
Ref: Story boards on site.
*Copper was discovered at Moonta Mines in 1861, and the Moonta Mining Company commenced there the following year.
Richmans Enginehouse of 1869 with Stuckeys shaft (fenced), against the background of the largest of two tailing heaps. Moonta Mines National Heritage Area Yorke Peninsula South Australia
Richmans Walk
Richmans concentrating plant was one of three at the Moonta Mine, the others being Hancocks and Ryans.
It operated from 1869 until the mine closed in 1923, crushing and concentrating ore from nearby shafts. During this period many alterations were made to the plant to suit the improved technology of mining and processing. Waste from the plant was dumped on the large tailings heap behind the enginehouse.
The surviving enginehouse contained a Cornish beam engine which powered all machinery. Surrounding the enginehouse are other ruins including foundations and bases of crushers, jiggers, buddles, elevators, air compressors and boilerhouses.
The enginehouse was constructed between 1867 and 1869 using stone from Moonta Beach. Designed by engineer Frederick May and built under his supervision, the enginehouse featured a concealed roof surrounded by a parapet. It housed a 32 inch Cornish beam engine and was named after a director of the Moonta Mining Company.
In 1986, conservation work was carried out on the enginehouse.
The walk provides access to Richmans Enginehouse and lookouts on the railings heap. Signs interpret the remaining structures.
Ref: Story boards on site.
*Copper was discovered at Moonta Mines in 1861, and the Moonta Mining Company commenced there the following year.