Leadville, Colorado - Drainage from old mines in the historic Leadville Mining District.

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Leadville, Colorado - Drainage from old mines in the historic Leadville Mining District. Mining for gold, silver, lead, zinc, and copper began here as early as 1860.

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Location: Leadville, Colorado USA
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