Carmelita Mine

AbandonedGemstonesUndergroundMSHA

Location

StateCalifornia
CountySan Diego
Nearest TownWarner Springs
Coordinates33.35306, -116.64639

Commodities

PrimaryGemstones

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeUnderground
OperatorSan Diego Mining Company
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID0405347

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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