Explosives Magazine and Detonator Store, Stratford
Explosives Magazine and Detonator Store, Stratford, Heritage-listed explosives storage facility in Stratford, Australia.
The Explosives Magazine and Detonator Store consists of concrete structures designed specifically for storing mining explosives and detonators in safe conditions.
Built in 1901 by JC Thomson at a cost of £2,471, the facility supported the expanding railway and mining industries through secure storage of explosive materials.
The transition of management through various departments reflects the evolution of Australian governmental approaches to handling hazardous materials from 1860 to 1963.
The facility provided storage capacity for over 6,000 cases of explosives, featuring concrete foundations and walls with advanced ventilation systems for that period.
During World War II, military guards maintained continuous presence at the site, overseeing the security and management of remaining explosive materials.
Location: Queensland
GPS coordinates: -16.87440,145.73740
Latest update: March 9, 2025 06:21
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