Sumas Mountain Chromite Deposits

ProspectChromiumUndergroundUSGS MRDS

Location

StateWashington
CountyWhatcom
Coordinates48.91371, -122.20456

Commodities

TertiaryChromium

Mine Details

StatusProspect
TypeUnderground
Discovery Year1930
Data SourceUSGS MRDS
Source ID10204359

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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