“Steven Berry Memorial Roadside Park”
(Note: any text in italics has been taken from the official SDSHS records.)
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You are standing on the southeast edge of Ruby Basin, a gold mining area which is part of the Bald Mountain Mining District.
Gold was discovered on Bald Mountain in 1877. The first mining in Ruby Basin took place in 1880. The Golden Reward Mining Company consolidated several small mining claims in 1887 and continued operating until 1918.
During the 39 years this company operated, it mined about 1,650,000 to of gold ore. This produced about 968,000 ounces of gold. The ore was hauled by narrow gauge railroad to a smelter and treating plant near Deadwood, South Dakota. Old railroad beds are still visible in the area. For a time a roaster was operated at the mine shaft site. You may still see the old ore bins and foundation across the valley to the north. This location is now known as Aztec Hill. STEVEN BERRY
MEMORIAL ROADSIDE PARK
In memory of Steven Berry, whose Life was one of serving his country, State and community
As a public servant.
Dedicated to the conservation of Our natural resources; preservation Of natural beauty; protection of our Wildlife, forests, and trout streams. NATURAL RESOURCES
OUR LEGACY TO USE – OUR HERITAGE TO PROTECT
Serving God and Country Lead Kiwanis Club”
Location
Lawrence County