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Henderson Mine and Mill
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Henderson Mine and Mill
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Located near Empire, Colorado, the Henderson Mine and Mill are situated in a stunningly beautiful area, surrounded by snow-capped peaks and outdoor recreation facilities. Henderson mines molybdenum (moly), used to strengthen steel and found in a variety of products ranging from pollution control equipment to engines for aircraft and space vehicles. Moly makes a solid contribution to a comfortable, convenient lifestyle for millions of Americans.
Partners for Progress
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Henderson Mine and Mill employees and their neighbors in surrounding communities in Clear Creek and Grand Counties, live active outdoor-oriented lives. As Partners for Progress with local communities, the Henderson Mine and Mill underscore their commitment to the environment in these ways:
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We conduct scientific studies prior to mining and milling to be certain that our work will not result in adverse effects to ground and surface water, grazing lands near the mill, or wildlife.
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For its successful reclamation efforts in the area (which includes the nearby reclaimed Urad mine and mill site), Henderson moly operations received the National Environmental Industry Award in 1981. In 1988, Colorado Governor Roy Romer presented an award from the Colorado Department of Natural Resources and the Colorado Mined Land Reclamation Board for exceptional land reclamation at the Urad mine.
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The Henderson Mine and the reclaimed Urad mine also provide a habitat for the boreal toad, a candidate for the endangered species list. We have worked closely with the State of Colorado to provide information about, and protection for, the boreal toad.
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All water which drains from areas affected by mining and milling must meet clean water standards. We regularly sample our water to ensure that appropriate standards are met.
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Henderson Mine and Mill operations spent $4 million in 1996 for environmental protection programs. Current environmental costs are about 13 cents per pound of molybdenum produced.
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QUESTION OF THE MONTH:
Where does the molybdenum produced by the Henderson Mine and Mill go?
ANSWER:
ECONOMIC BENEFITS
A Partnership for Progress should yield benefits. These are among the significant positive economic benefits Henderson Mine and Mill operations provide for local communities:
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More than 250 direct jobs.
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Average earnings of more than $50,000 a year per employee, compared to an average of $27,000 for all industries in Colorado.
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Creation of indirect jobs in related support businesses, in the leisure and recreation industry, at local hospitals and schools, in local governments, and at retail stores.
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All this economic activity adds up to lower property taxes for homeowners, better county services, better schools, and a more vibrant local economy.
The result—added value to our lives and our communities.
BRIGHT, SKILLED EMPLOYEES
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A new 9-cubic yard loading, hauling, and dumping vehicle
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Henderson Mine and Mill employees are well educated and cross-trained for on-the-job versatility. The Company’s pay system rewards them for learning and maintaining a number of skills, and for taking responsibility for their jobs.
They work in a highly competitive business. To keep its competitive edge, a program to enhance production, Henderson 2000, will invest millions of dollars in Colorado during the next three years for leading-edge technology.
LEARN MORE! SPEAKERS AVAILABLE!
If you’re a resident of Clear Creek or Grand County and would like to learn more about the Henderson Mine and Mill and the way we partner with local communities to support a quality of life we all enjoy, please call (888) 491-3737. We’ll be happy to provide a speaker and presentation for your community group.
Henderson Mine and Mill
P.O. Box 68; Empire, CO 80438
(303) 569-3221
E-mail:info@CyprusAmax.com
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