South Chicago Plant

AbandonedLimeFacilityMSHA

Location

StateIllinois
CountyCook
Nearest TownChicago
Coordinates41.70806, -87.54222

Commodities

PrimaryLime

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeFacility
OperatorCarmeuse Lime and Stone, Inc.
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID1102161

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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