Metcalf Tin Prospect

OccurrenceLithium, TinUSGS MRDS

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyGaston
Coordinates35.38982, -81.28621

Commodities

PrimaryLithium, Tin
TertiaryQuartz, Feldspar

Mine Details

StatusOccurrence
Discovery Year1900
Data SourceUSGS MRDS
Source ID10078574

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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