Gordo

AbandonedFire ClaySurfaceMSHA

Location

StateAlabama
CountyPickens
Nearest TownGordo
Coordinates33.30530, -87.90846

Commodities

PrimaryFire Clay

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorBoral Bricks Inc
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID0103174

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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