Bovill

Silica Project, Idaho

INTroDUCTION

  • 22 mineral lode claims totalling 184 hectares
  • 3km west of Bovill, Idaho 
  • accessible via HWY 8 as well as forest service roads
 

Mining activity within the Bovill, Idaho region: 

  1. Bovill Kaolin Project [1]
    • Commodities: Kaolin, Halloysite, Quartz, K-feldspar
    • Use: Used in ceramics, paints, plastics, and high-tech applications like nanotechnology.
  2. Bovill Clay Deposit [2]
    • Commodities: Kaolin, Halloysite
    • Use: Primarily for ceramics and industrial applications.
  3. Ruby Creek Mine [3]
    • Commodities: Gold
    • Use: Gold extraction for commercial and industrial use.
  4. Feather Creek Prospect [4]
    • Commodities: Gold, possibly associated minerals
    • Use: Gold mining, exploration potential for other minerals.

These mines and prospects primarily focus on kaolin-related clay deposits and gold, with kaolin and halloysite being notable for their industrial and technological applications.

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