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Bingham Canyon Reclamation Project
Bingham Canyon Reclamation Project, Reclamation project in Utah
The Bingham Canyon Reclamation Project is an endeavor to restore land once used for mining.
Mining operations in the region have a history dating back to the late 19th century.
The project reflects a shifting attitude towards environmental responsibility in the United States.
Visitors can witness the transformation of a once-industrial site into a space of natural beauty.
This reclamation is one of the few large-scale environmental restorations following extensive copper mining.
Location: Utah
Source: Wikimedia
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