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Guide to the State Mine Inspector records

 Collection
Identifier: RG0031

Scope and Content

The Wyoming State Mine Inspector records range from administrative records with board minutes, correspondence, expenses; to mine records with accident reports, mine operation inspection records; annual-biennial reports,and mine inspector certification files.

Dates

  • 1887 - 2007

Creator

Language of Materials

English

Access Restrictions

Access to the drill hole reports and mine inspector certification files are restricted.

Copyright Information

Limited duplication of print materials allowed for research purposes. The researcher assumes full responsibility for observing all copyright, property, and libel laws as they apply.

Extent

19 cubic feet (97 microfilm rolls)

Abstract

The Wyoming State Mine Inspector records document the offices' activities in monitoring larger mining operations, promoting safety of mines, and investigating mining accidents.

Arrangement of the Collection

The collection is divided into three series including: Administrative Records, Mine Records, and Certification Records

Acquisition Information

Records were transferred beginning in 1962, with ongoing transfers.

Processing Information

The collection was processed by Wyoming State Archives staff

Title
Guide to the State Mine Inspector records, 1897 - 2007
Status
Edited Full Draft
Author
Processed by Wyoming State Archives staff
Date
2016
Language of description
English
Script of description
Code for undetermined script
Language of description note
Finding aid is in English

Repository Details

Part of the Wyoming State Archives, Wyoming Cultural Resources Division, Wyoming Department of State Parks & Cultural Resources Repository

Contact:
Barrett Building
2301 Central Avenue
Cheyenne Wyoming 82002 United States
(307) 777-7826