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Old Highmont Mine tailings pond, BC

The former tailings pond of the Highmont Mine, one of three mines which combined to form Highland Valley Mine in 1986. This pond, unused for 20 years, has now developed into a highly productive waterfowl nesting area despite its altitude of about 1500 metres.

May 28, 2008

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Uploaded on June 3, 2008
Taken on May 28, 2008