Michigan Prospect

ProspectIronSurfaceUSGS MRDS

Location

StateMichigan
CountyMarquette
Coordinates46.47833, -87.86142

Commodities

PrimaryIron

Mine Details

StatusProspect
TypeSurface
Deposit TypeBedded, Chemical Sediment
First Production1872
Last Production1873
Discovery Year1844
Data SourceUSGS MRDS
Source ID10082756

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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