Cliff-L-Embolite Mines 1930's

Past ProducerSilver, LeadUSGS MRDS

Location

StateNew Mexico
CountySierra
Coordinates33.16344, -107.70393

Commodities

PrimarySilver, Lead
SecondaryCopper, Zinc, Gold

Mine Details

StatusPast Producer
First Production1885
Discovery Year1880
Data SourceUSGS MRDS
Source ID10011742

What This Means

This mine is a past producer — it was once operational but is no longer actively mining. Past producer sites may still have environmental impacts including disturbed land, tailings piles, and potential water quality effects. Some past producer sites have been reclaimed, while others remain as-is. Check with your state mining or environmental agency for current site conditions.

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