Mount Cuthbert Township and Smelter, Mining heritage site in Queensland, Australia
The Mount Cuthbert complex contains remnants of 60 building foundations, three steel chimneys, and industrial structures from early copper mining operations.
Following copper discovery in 1867, the Mount Cuthbert Company established smelters in 1915 and processed over 25,000 tons of ore during peak operations.
The township grew to 1,000 residents by 1918, supporting multiple hotels, stores, and essential services that formed a complete mining community.
The site maintains its original structures due to its remote location, providing researchers with authentic examples of early 20th-century mining infrastructure.
The Corbould blast furnace design at Mount Cuthbert represents a specific type of smelting technology used in North Queensland copper processing.
Location: Queensland
GPS coordinates: -19.98520,139.91970
Latest update: March 26, 2025 21:53
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