Mining in South Carolina has been one of the state's most valuable industries for over 200 years.  Mining companies contribute more than $138 million in the state annually through payroll and taxes alone.  South Carolina is ranked second nationally in the production and sales of Kaolin, and first in cement.  Our state is the only gold producer east of the Mississippi. Presently there are 13 minerals being extracted from 485 active mines in South Carolina.  (Source: The Mining Association of South Carolina). 

 In 2000, the estimated value of nonfuel mineral production for South Carolina was $560 million, based upon preliminary U.S. Geological Survey Data.

 Valuable minerals of South Carolina include crushed stone, sand and clay.  

 When we evaluate land for a buyer or seller, we evaluate potential value from minerals, gems, fossils and artifacts. We use various GIS mapping tools, as well as on-site soil sampling to accomplish this.

 For a general overview of the mineral potential of your site of interest, you might start with the simple distribution maps found by following the link below titled "distribution maps". (As of 05/09/02, this site is temporarily out of service. Please check back soon.)

 Other maps available through the links below or through our in-house GIS Mapping software can pinpoint active and inactive mines in the state, soil types conducive to mineral production, high potential for discovery sites, etc.

 We encourage you to visit the sites listed below to learn about the potential mineral value of property that you may be selling or  buying.

If you would like to sell or buy land, and would like to be represented by a knowledgeable real estate professional, please click the "contact us" link below.