1971: Open Pit Copper Mine Slag Heap Land Stripping Nature Devastation | Stockfilm

1971: Open Pit Copper Mine Slag Heap Land Stripping Nature Devastation | Stockfilm

Open Pit Copper Mine Slag Heap Land Stripping Nature... — Clip Details

1971: Open pit copper mine slag heap land stripping nature devastation. This vintage 8mm home movie footage captures the vast industrial landscape of the Kennecott Copper Corporation's open pit mine in Salt Lake City, Utah. The film shows massive excavation, towering slag heaps, and the stark contrast between human engineering and natural terrain. The scene reflects 1970s industrial expansion and environmental impact, offering a rare glimpse into mid-century mining operations. The grainy, authentic quality of the 8mm film enhances its archival value, making it ideal for documentaries, historical content, and nostalgic storytelling about American industry.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format: 8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Resolution: 4K Digitally Restored
License: Royalty-Free via Pond5
Delivery: Instant Digital Download
Duration: 24s
Starting Price: $178 USD
Clip ID: 59893715

Source & Documentation

Source reel: Reel 1260 · Super 8 · 7″ reel
Reel-level year note: 1971
Reel-level location note: utah
Date: 1971 Corroborated (Supported by multiple independent clues.)
Date evidence: Catalog year matches an independent year note filed with the physical source reel.
Location: Salt Lake City, Utah, United States Corroborated (Supported by multiple independent clues.)
Location evidence: Catalog place matches an independent location note filed with the physical source reel.
Licensing route: Marketplace licensing (Pond5)

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