The town of Picher, Oklahoma, was once home to the world's richest lead and zinc mining field. After decades of mining, towering piles of mine waste covered 25,000 acres, devastating Quapaw tribal lands and local economies. Acid mine water burned nearby Tar Creek and stained it red. Despite these environmental hazards, many people in Picher desperately wished to stay and revitalize their town.
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Bradley Beesley Director · Julianna Brannum Director James D. Payne Director
United States release November 20, 2007 · Produced in United States · Production ITVS, Native American Public Telecommunications
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United States · November 20, 2007
Premiere · PBS
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