Ely Mine

GPTKB entity

Properties (59)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf mine
gptkbp:archaeologicalFindings site of interest for archaeologists
gptkbp:area approximately 1,200 acres
gptkbp:associatedWith local indigenous tribes
gptkbp:built 1962
gptkbp:community_involvement adapted post-closure
gptkbp:communityEngagement local events
gptkbp:communityEvents celebrations of mining heritage
gptkbp:communityImpact influenced local culture
gptkbp:communityPartnerships collaborations with local organizations
gptkbp:culturalImpact influenced local art and literature
gptkbp:depth over 1,000 feet
gptkbp:economicImpact influenced by global copper prices
gptkbp:educationalPrograms local schools include mining history
gptkbp:environmentalImpact significant
efforts ongoing
affected by regional climate
conducted by universities and organizations
gptkbp:explores ongoing interest in surrounding areas
gptkbp:famousFor high-grade copper deposits
gptkbp:geologicalFeatures Precambrian rocks
gptkbp:historicalRecords documented in mining archives
gptkbp:historicalSignificance important in the development of the region
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Ely Mine
gptkbp:is_a_site_for historical mining activities
gptkbp:land_use efforts to restore natural habitats
gptkbp:landOwnership various private and public entities
gptkbp:landUse recreational and educational purposes
gptkbp:legacy part_of_mining_history_in_Minnesota
gptkbp:localEconomy provided jobs
shifted after mine closure
gptkbp:localGovernment involved in post-closure planning
gptkbp:localHistory part_of_Ely's_historical_narrative
gptkbp:localLegends stories associated with the mine
gptkbp:location gptkb:Ely,_Minnesota
gptkbp:naturalResources owned by various entities
gptkbp:operationalStatus closed
gptkbp:owner gptkb:U.S._Steel_Corporation
gptkbp:postRetirementCareer recreational area
gptkbp:primaryMission copper
gptkbp:productionCompany subject to state and federal laws
underground mining
improved over the years
historical machinery remains on site
used early 20th-century techniques
gptkbp:productionStartYear 1882
gptkbp:productionYears 1962
gptkbp:providesResourcesFor nickel
gptkbp:publicAccess limited due to safety concerns
gptkbp:relatedTo gptkb:Iron_Range
gptkbp:releaseYear 1880
gptkbp:researchContribution significant to local economy during operation
gptkbp:researchInterest geological studies
gptkbp:safetyFeatures varied over the years
gptkbp:tourism historical tours available
gptkbp:transportation railroad access
gptkbp:type copper mine
gptkbp:waterSource nearby lakes and rivers
gptkbp:wildlife surrounding areas support wildlife