Jerritt Canyon Mine, Nevada

Over five million ounces of gold have been extracted from this gold mine on the Carlin Trend since operations started in 1981. Ownership, which has changed several times over the years, has included the Independence Mining Company (a subsidiary of Minorco Inc.), FMC Gold (later Freeport McMoRan), and Anglogold. Currently operated by Veris Gold Corporation. Ore bodies are scattered over 160 mile claim area, and there are two open pits at the mine, though currently most mining is done underground.