Calico Peak Alunite Deposit

OccurrenceAluminumUSGS MRDS

Location

StateColorado
CountyDolores
Coordinates37.71029, -108.09037

Commodities

PrimaryAluminum
SecondaryMolybdenum, Sulfur, Lead
TertiarySilver, Potassium, Manganese, Copper, Titanium, Metal

Mine Details

StatusOccurrence
Deposit TypeReplacement
Discovery Year1899
Data SourceUSGS MRDS
Source ID10087920

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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