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Lost River tin mine

By Alaska Science Center
Old buildings, rusted barrel, rocks, and scattered wood from previous buildings in mountain valley. Helicopter near stream.
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Detailed Description

A view of the old Lost River tin mine located on the Seward Peninsula, Alaska. The mine produced tin and tungsten from the early 20th century and ceased around 1955. The site is currently being studied by USGS for lithium potential. 

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Public Domain.

Photo by George Case, U.S. Geological Survey