Modern-day mining in Ned — and what it means for Boulder’s watershed May 15, 2026 A gold mine near Nederland is attempting to reopen after numerous violations of Colorado’s Water Control Act. The mine’s owners also sought to expand the mine from 10 acres to 200. The final hearing on that application was set for this month. But just a few days ago, the application was withdrawn amid a sale of the mine to another company, The Mountain Ear reported. The mine sits just a few miles from Ned...