Extent of available data.
Data Categories:Geology & Topography
Data Source:Natural Resources Research Institute
Update Fequency:As Needed
Date Acquired:7/1/2018
Data Available:No
Metadata Available:Yes
Tags:iron mining, mines, ore
This data layer indicates the location of historic and active mine pits associated with iron mines in the Vermilion, Mesabi, and Cuyuna Iron Ranges. It was developed by the Natural Resources Research Institute by compiling data from multiple sources. It provides the locations of all known historic and active open pit iron mines in Northeastern and North Central Minnesota. Many of the historic open pit mines have naturally filled with water and have been converted into recreation facilities.