Holcombe Branch Chromite Prospect

ProspectChromiumPlacerUSGS MRDS

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyMadison
Coordinates35.80680, -82.48426

Commodities

PrimaryChromium
TertiaryIron

Mine Details

StatusProspect
TypePlacer
Discovery Year1885
Data SourceUSGS MRDS
Source ID10199620

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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