CJK Milling aims to 'remine' waste piles in Leadville, extracting gold from ore discarded when it was less valuable. This proposal seeks to address decades of environmental oversight, offering hope for economic revival.
Proponents of CJK Milling's project envision a 'circular economy' for mining, repurposing leftover resources while expediting cleanup efforts that have stalled under federal supervision.
Some residents express deep concerns about reviving mining activities in Leadville. Past pollution left the Arkansas River unhealthy for aquatic life, and they fear returning to a time when the river was a toxic wasteland.
Leadville's transformation into a destination for extreme sports reflects its shift from a mining town to a community focused on environmental recovery. However, the legacy of pollution casts a shadow over future developments.
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