Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2024L00072:reg:2015:p8
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2024L00072
Segment Type: reg
Provision Reference: reg 2015 (pt 8/15)
Character Range: 65222–68537

weight tube is an original feature of a relatively intact early 20th century lightstation complex (criterion d).

Lighthouse feature: Ground floor
© AMSA 2021

Description and condition
1909 reinforced concrete floor slab.
Finish:                painted
Condition:             intact and sound
Integrity:             high
Significance:          high
Maintenance:           keep in service, prepare and repaint at normal intervals
Rectification works:   none

Heritage significance: High
The ground floor is an original feature of the last lighthouse to be built in South Australia by the State Government, a site associated with the State's maritime and economic history (criterion a).
The ground floor is an original feature of a relatively intact early 20th century lightstation complex (criterion d).

Lighthouse feature: Power supply
© AMSA 2021

Description and condition
Mains powered with UPS arrangement. All equipment and batteries housed in metal cabinet on ground floor.
Condition:             operational
Integrity:             high
Significance:          low
Maintenance:           keep in service
Rectification works:   none

Heritage significance: Low
The power supply is of low significance.

Lighthouse feature: Gravel apron
© AMSA 2021

Description and condition
Gravel apron approximately 4.0m wide around the base of the tower.
Finish:                gravel surface
Condition:             intact and sound
Integrity:             high
Significance:          high
Maintenance:           preserve gravel apron
Rectification works:   none

Heritage significance: High
The gravel apron remains part of the original footprint of the last lighthouse to be built in South Australia by the State Government, a site associated with the State's maritime and economic history (criterion a).
The gravel apron remains part of the original footprint of a relatively intact early 20th century lightstation complex (criterion d).

   4.2  Related object and associated AMSA artefacts
The following AMSA artefact/s are currently located at Cape du Couedic Lighthouse.
Artefact description: Thermometer mounted in custom built wooden case        © AMSA 2019

Maximo ID: AR0551
Location in lighthouse: Ground level wall

Condition: Good

Artefact description: Lantern room ladder rail – Cape du Couedic Lighthouse  © AMSA 2022
Maximo ID: AR0992
Location in lighthouse: Intermediate floor
Condition: Sound, showing signs of corrosion

Artefact description: Lantern room downpipes – Cape du Couedic Lighthouse    © AMSA 2022
Maximo ID: AR0993
Location in lighthouse: Intermediate floor
Condition: Sound, showing signs of corrosion

   4.3  Comparative analysis
Figure 14. Barrenjoey Lighthouse, NSW (© AMSA, 2009)
Figure 15. Cape du Couedic Lighthouse (© AMSA, 2021)
Cape du Couedic Lighthouse bears some similarities with Barrenjoey Head Lighthouse (New South Wales). Constructed in 1881 under the guidance of Colonial Architect James Barnet, Barrenjoey Lighthouse was constructed of local sandstone which was left bare, as was done with Cape du Couedic. Both Barrenjoey and Cape du Couedic were originally fitted with a Chance Bros. lantern, Barrenjoey's being slightly smaller measuring 700mm compared to Cape du Couedic's 920mm.

  5.   Heritage significance
   5.1  Commonwealth heritage listing –Cape du