Ballinalack, located in County Westmeath, Ireland, is known for its mineral deposits, primarily zinc and lead. The area has been the subject of various exploration and mining activities due to its rich mineralization, which is characteristic of the Irish Midlands Orefield, one of the most significant zinc-lead mining districts in the world.
The mineralization at Ballinalack is hosted within the carbonate rocks, specifically within the Waulsortian limestone, which is a common host rock for base metal deposits in the Irish Midlands. The mineralization occurs in a variety of forms including veins, breccias, and replacement bodies.
