Groseclose Prospect #1
OccurrenceBarium-BariteUSGS MRDS
Location
| State | Virginia |
| County | Smyth |
| Coordinates | 36.85563, -81.45926 |
Commodities
| Primary | Barium-Barite |
Mine Details
| Status | Occurrence |
| First Production | 1875 |
| Last Production | 1906 |
| Discovery Year | 1875 |
| Data Source | USGS MRDS |
| Source ID | 10080174 |
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.