Newfound Gap Olivine Deposit

ProspectMagnesiteUSGS MRDS

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyBuncombe
Coordinates35.57650, -82.77047

Commodities

PrimaryMagnesite
TertiaryChromium

Mine Details

StatusProspect
Data SourceUSGS MRDS
Source ID10127312

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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