Jones Pit

AbandonedConstruction Sand and GravelSurfaceMSHA

Location

StateIllinois
CountyJo Daviess
Nearest TownEast Dubuque
Coordinates42.48028, -90.62694

Commodities

PrimaryConstruction Sand and Gravel

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorAggregate Materials Company
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID1101091

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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