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The area of mining has changed over the years. The ''Old Lead Belt'' is centered around Park Hills , while the ''New Lead Belt'' is near Viburnum . The Irish Wilderness in Ripley and Oregon Counties has significant lead ore; however, this is a protected wilderness area. The Lead Belt is one of the world's largest lead producing areas, producing roughly 92% of the U.S. primary supply. In the year 2000 , Missouri produced 313,105 tons, with an estimated value of $128,838,880. About 84% of the lead is used for Lead-acid Batteries , and the major lead smelter in Herculaneum, Missouri also recycles lead-acid batteries. Another major consumer of Missouri lead is Winchester Ammunition, located in East Alton, Illinois . EXTERNAL LINKS
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