Bakersville Olivine Deposit

ProspectMagnesiteUSGS MRDS

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyMitchell
Coordinates36.00229, -82.14765

Commodities

PrimaryMagnesite
TertiaryAsbestos, Chromium

Mine Details

StatusProspect
Data SourceUSGS MRDS
Source ID10272553

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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