Portable Plant #1

AbandonedConstruction Sand and GravelSurfaceMSHA

Location

StateColorado
CountyChaffee
Nearest TownSalida
Coordinates38.13722, -105.92778

Commodities

PrimaryConstruction Sand and Gravel

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorHi Valley Crushing, Inc.
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID0504422

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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