Mystery Lode

OccurrenceThoriumUSGS MRDS

Location

StateColorado
CountyCuster
Coordinates38.17529, -105.29363

Commodities

PrimaryThorium
SecondaryLead, Copper, Barium-Barite, Zinc
TertiaryManganese, Gold

Mine Details

StatusOccurrence
Discovery Year1950
Data SourceUSGS MRDS
Source ID10012571

What This Means

This location is classified as a mineral prospect or occurrence — a site where minerals have been identified but no significant mining has taken place. These sites typically have minimal environmental impact but indicate the presence of mineral deposits in the area.

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