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Phelps-Dodge Sets $270 Aside for Eventual Mine Closure

By Penny Rae

Las Cruces, NM – The mine has been operated by P-D for about 35 years.The New Mexico Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Dept. approved the company's plan for eventual restoration.