Copper, Zinc Mines in Colorado
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Copper, Zinc Mining in Colorado
Colorado has 3 copper, zinc-related mine and mineral deposit locations recorded in federal databases. None are currently listed as active, but historical records document past production and geological occurrences. Data comes from the USGS Mineral Resources Data System and MSHA Mine Safety and Health Administration records.
The earliest recorded copper, zinc mine in Colorado is Cotopaxi Mine in Fremont County, with records dating to 1875.
By County
| County | Sites |
|---|---|
| Fremont County | 2 |
| Saguache County | 1 |
Copper, Zinc Mines
| Mine | County | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cotopaxi Mine | Fremont | Surface-Underground | Past Producer |
| El Plomo Mine | Fremont | Underground | Past Producer |
| Unnamed Prospect | Saguache | Occurrence |
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