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 reinforced concrete piles, driven an average depth of 24 feet.

The building is constructed of reinforced concrete, with panel walls of brick, the pools being entirely of reinforced concrete. The accommodation comprises a swimming bath for men, 100 feet long by 50 feet wide, in a hall 122 feet by 72 feet, with 65 dressing rooms, on top of which is an extensive gallery, capable of seating 450 persons. The women's swimming bath, 60 feet by 30 feet, is in a hall, 82 feet by 57 feet, with 55 dressing rooms. Both pools are lined with white tiles and have sloping floors.

In addition to the swimming baths, there are 9 slipper baths, a caretaker's residence, and a laundry, equipped with washers and driers.

The Baths are provided with tepid salt water, obtained by utilising the return flow from the condensers of the Tramway Department's Power Station, Hobson Street, and the inlets and outlets have been arranged to ensure a continuous passage of water through the baths at all times. About one-third of the roof area over each bath is left open, and provides ample ventilation. Cold water sprays have been fixed on the roof of the men's bath, while shower baths and other conveniences are also available. The slipper baths are provided with hot and cold water (salt and fresh).