Wayhutta Mine

OccurrenceCopper, ZincUSGS MRDS

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyJackson
Coordinates35.33483, -83.13710

Commodities

PrimaryCopper, Zinc
TertiarySulfur-Pyrite, Iron, Pig Iron, Lead

Mine Details

StatusOccurrence
Last Production1930
Discovery Year1860
Data SourceUSGS MRDS
Source ID10026285

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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