Copper, Sulfur-Pyrite Mines in Virginia
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Copper, Sulfur-Pyrite Mining in Virginia
Virginia has 3 copper, sulfur-pyrite-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, sulfur-pyrite mine in Virginia is Arminius Mine in Louisa County, with records dating to 1834.
By County
| County | Sites |
|---|---|
| Floyd County | 2 |
| Louisa County | 1 |
Copper, Sulfur-Pyrite Mines
| Mine | County | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arminius Mine | Louisa | Past Producer | |
| Hilton Prospect | Floyd | Occurrence | |
| Taz Weeks Prospect | Floyd | Occurrence |
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