The former mining town of Chloride was started in 1864 with the discovery of few mines.  In 1900, it had two thousand population.  Fifty or more mines were in operation around Chloride, including Tennessee – Schuykill, large producer of gold, silver, copper, lead and zinc.  Post Office in continuous operation from 1873.  Now small community with blend of old and new.

Related:

• Arizona Historic Markers
• The Arizona and Utah/Western Arizona Railway