De Soto Sand and Shell

AbandonedShellSurfaceMSHA

Location

StateFlorida
CountyDe Soto
Nearest TownRacadia
Coordinates27.19778, -81.87278

Commodities

PrimaryShell

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorPatco Contractors
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID0801332

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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