Copper, Lead, Zinc Mines in New Mexico
6Total Sites
0Active
Copper, Lead, Zinc Mining in New Mexico
New Mexico has 6 copper, lead, zinc-related mine and mineral deposit locations recorded in federal databases. None are currently listed as active, but historical records document past production and geological occurrences. Data comes from the USGS Mineral Resources Data System and MSHA Mine Safety and Health Administration records.
The earliest recorded copper, lead, zinc mine in New Mexico is Steeple Rock District in Grant County, with records dating to 1880.
By County
| County | Sites |
|---|---|
| Grant County | 2 |
| Hidalgo County | 1 |
| Lincoln County | 1 |
| Luna County | 1 |
| Sierra County | 1 |
Copper, Lead, Zinc Mines
| Mine | County | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homestake Group | Lincoln | Past Producer | |
| Lucky John | Luna | Underground | Past Producer |
| Name Unknown | Hidalgo | Occurrence | |
| Sentinel | Sierra | Occurrence | |
| Steeple Rock District | Grant | Past Producer | |
| Yankey Girl Prospect | Grant | Occurrence |
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