RE:RE:RE:Bullish RSI 📈 I like Nozz's 15M Ozs better. Keep in mind how deep we can go ;)
Mponeng Gold Mine
4 km deep gold mine in Gauteng province near Johannesburg, South Africa
Located in Gauteng province, near Johannesburg, South Africa, Mponeng Gold Mine holds the distinction of being the deepest gold mine in the world. It plunges an impressive 4 kilometers (2.5 miles) below the Earth’s surface.
Here are some notable facts about Mponeng Gold Mine:
Operating depth: Between 3.16 km to 3.84 km below the surface by the end of 2018.
Proven gold reserve: Approximately 46 million ounces (over 1300 tons), more than 8 times the reserve of the second deepest gold mine, Driefontein, also located in South Africa.
A trip from the surface to its deepest point takes over an hour.
The harsh conditions of the mine did not stop an Ecuadorian marathon runner from completing a half-marathon within the mine, earning a Guinness World Record for the deepest half-marathon.
Mponeng is one of the most substantial gold mines in the world in terms of production and magnitude, with aims to deepen the mine beyond 4 km to reach more reserves.
The mine’s extreme depth and complex geology require advanced technologies and specialized techniques to ensure safe and efficient excavation. A better understanding of rock burst and excavation methods can provide better safety protocols and improve operations.
Mponeng Gold Mine is a testament to human ingenuity and engineering prowess, pushing the boundaries of what is possible in deep mining.