Columbus Marsh

Past ProducerHalite, Boron-BoratesUSGS MRDS

Location

StateNevada
CountyEsmeralda
Coordinates38.04603, -117.99014

Commodities

PrimaryHalite, Boron-Borates

Mine Details

StatusPast Producer
Deposit TypeLACUSTRINE SEDIMENTARY, EVAPORITE
First Production1864
Last Production1890
Discovery Year1864
Data SourceUSGS MRDS
Source ID60001018

What This Means

This mine is a past producer — it was once operational but is no longer actively mining. Past producer sites may still have environmental impacts including disturbed land, tailings piles, and potential water quality effects. Some past producer sites have been reclaimed, while others remain as-is. Check with your state mining or environmental agency for current site conditions.

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