Coaldale Gypsum Quarry

AbandonedGypsumSurfaceMSHA

Location

StateColorado
CountyFremont
Nearest TownCoaldale
Coordinates38.36139, -105.76111

Commodities

PrimaryGypsum

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorHolcim (US) Inc
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID0500425

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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