Caloosa Pit

AbandonedSand, CommonSurfaceMSHA

Location

StateFlorida
CountyHendry
Nearest TownLabelle
Coordinates26.76784, -81.42019

Commodities

PrimarySand, Common

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorAEC General Inc.
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID0801316

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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