Morenci Arizona Open-Pit Copper Mine Galleries circa 1950

Morenci, Arizona, features open-pit copper mine galleries operated by the Phelps Dodge Corporation. This vintage image, dating from circa 1950, depicts strip mining, a prevalent mineral extraction method known for its efficiency. At its peak, Morenci was one of the largest copper mining operations in the United States.

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