Teec Nos Pos Gravel Pit

AbandonedSand, CommonSurfaceMSHA

Location

StateArizona
CountyApache
Nearest TownShiprock
Coordinates36.75306, -109.36722

Commodities

PrimarySand, Common

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorNavajo Engineering and Construction Authority
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID0203487

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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