Oglesby Cement Plant

AbandonedCementFacilityMSHA

Location

StateIllinois
CountyLa Salle
Nearest TownOglesby
Coordinates41.29528, -89.05944

Commodities

PrimaryCement

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeFacility
OperatorBuzzi Unicem USA
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID1100114

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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