Ashbank #1

AbandonedCoal (Bituminous)SurfaceMSHA

Location

StateAlabama
CountyWinston
Nearest TownLynn
Coordinates34.03940, -87.46670

Commodities

PrimaryCoal (Bituminous)

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorCougar Mining Inc
Employees10
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID0101981

What This Means

This mine is listed as abandoned or sealed in federal records. Abandoned mines can pose safety and environmental risks, including unstable ground, toxic gas accumulation, flooded shafts, and potential groundwater contamination from heavy metals or acid mine drainage. Never enter an abandoned mine. If you live near this site, consider checking with your state environmental agency about any ongoing remediation or monitoring programs.

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