Olancha Mill

AbandonedTalcFacilityMSHA

Location

StateCalifornia
CountyInyo
Nearest TownOlancha
Coordinates36.77833, -119.41805

Commodities

PrimaryTalc
SecondaryClay, Ceramic, Refractory Mnls.

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeFacility
OperatorBig Pine Distributors
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID0402620

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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