Aurora Operations

ProspectPhosphorus-PhosphatesSurfaceUSGS MRDS

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyBeaufort
Coordinates35.33339, -76.77108

Commodities

PrimaryPhosphorus-Phosphates
TertiaryUranium, Magnesite, Iron, Aluminum, Fluorine-Fluorite

Mine Details

StatusProspect
TypeSurface
Deposit TypeCemical sediment, Marine
Discovery Year1951
Data SourceUSGS MRDS
Source ID10175774

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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