Well history is wanted
(1976) Well history is wanted. the Countryman, 2 December 1976. p. 6 [Publication] [Special Collections]
Summary
Article discusses the history of the Doraking Well, located on Mr. Dan Keast's property near Quairading.
The well, which is thought to have been dug early this century, is said to be about 25 metres deep.
It is conical in shape and lined with carefully placed stones to the bottom.
Department of Agriculture soils research officer, Mr. Clive Malcolm said that information on the level and salinity of of water in the well, 30 to 80 years ago could provide valuable clues to the development of salinity in the wheatbelt.
The Doraking Well provided clear evidence of saline groundwater beneath the valley floor rising under pressure through the sub-soil, Mr. Malcolm said.
This article contains one image of unknown field day visitors and Mr. Clive Malcolm, on the right.
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Item Type: | Special Collections |
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Collection: | WISALTS Collection |
Copyright: | ©1976 The Countryman |
Notes: | 1 newspaper clipping |
URI: | http://researchrepository.murdoch.edu.au/id/eprint/58190 |
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