Mineral Survey Procedures Guide, 1980 by John V. Meldrum

"Mineral Survey Procedures Guide, 1980" by John V. Meldrum is a scientific publication written in the late 20th century. The guide serves as a comprehensive resource for mineral surveyors and others involved in processing mineral surveys, offering detailed instructions on the laws, processes, and responsibilities involved in conducting mineral surveys and managing mining claims. Its content points specifically to the U.S. legal framework governing mining on public lands, enhancing the understanding of both federal and state laws regarding mineral claims. At the start of the guide, it outlines the basic roles of the Department of the Interior, highlighting its responsibilities for various natural resources, including minerals. The introduction emphasizes the importance of understanding legal protocols associated with mineral surveys, detailing the historical evolution of U.S. mining laws from the 19th century to the present. The opening chapters describe mining laws, the discovery and location of claims, and the qualifications required for mineral surveyors. Notably, the guide also references the need for compliance with both federal and state legislation, setting a clear context for the subsequent detailed chapters that follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Compiler Meldrum, John V.
Title Mineral Survey Procedures Guide, 1980
Credits Produced by Richard Tonsing and the Online Distributed
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Reading Level Reading ease score: 57.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Language English
LoC Class TN: Technology: Mining engineering, Metallurgy
Subject Mineral resources conservation -- United States
Subject Cadastres -- United States
Category Text
eBook-No. 62462
Release Date
Last Update Oct 18, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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