Laws Mill

AbandonedTalcFacilityMSHA

Location

StateCalifornia
CountyInyo
Nearest TownBishop
Coordinates37.40083, -118.34556

Commodities

PrimaryTalc

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeFacility
OperatorStandard Industrial Minerals Inc
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID0402653

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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