group of people working in a dug-out area that appears to be a mining site

group of people working in a dug-out area that appears to be a mining site. The ground is reddish-brown and uneven, with small patches of vegetation. In the center of the area is a small, turquoise-colored pool of water. People are scattered around the edges of the pool, some standing and others sitting, possibly involved in the mining process. There are pipes and other equipment visible near the water. In the background, there are a few buildings and what appear to be piles of earth or materials. The sky is clear and blue, suggesting a sunny day. The overall impression is of an active, manual labor site.