Dayton Iron Deposits

ProspectIronSurface-UndergroundUSGS MRDS

Location

StateNevada
CountyLyon
Coordinates39.36550, -119.45019

Commodities

PrimaryIron
TertiarySulfur, Phosphorus-Phosphates

Mine Details

StatusProspect
TypeSurface-Underground
Discovery Year1903
Data SourceUSGS MRDS
Source ID10270869

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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