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Batesford Quarry

In 1931 the current open cut limestone quarry commenced production. It was located 61 metres (200ft) below ground level and 24 metres (80ft) below the Moorabool River, and covered 50 acres in 1965. In 1966 the railway was replaced by an overhead conveyor belt, which remained in used until closure of the works. .
Remains of the conveyor system between the quarry and cement works

Remains of the conveyor system between the quarry and cement works

January 24, 2008
Remains of the conveyor system between the quarry and cement works

Remains of the conveyor system between the quarry and cement works

January 24, 2008
Remains of the conveyor system between the quarry and cement works

Remains of the conveyor system between the quarry and cement works

January 24, 2008
Remains of the conveyor system exit the quarry

Remains of the conveyor system exit the quarry

January 24, 2008
Earth moving equipment at the foot of the quarry

Earth moving equipment at the foot of the quarry

January 24, 2008
Earth moving equipment at the foot of the quarry

Earth moving equipment at the foot of the quarry

January 24, 2008
Lake at the bottom of the quarry

Lake at the bottom of the quarry

January 24, 2008
Concrete supports remain along the route of former conveyor system

Concrete supports remain along the route of former conveyor system

January 24, 2008
Drainage system at the foot of the quarry

Drainage system at the foot of the quarry

January 24, 2008
Remains of the conveyor system exit the quarry

Remains of the conveyor system exit the quarry

January 24, 2008