Fox Ridge Stone Co.

AbandonedSand, CommonSurfaceMSHA

Location

StateIllinois
CountyKendall
Nearest TownOswego, Il
Coordinates41.67250, -88.37139

Commodities

PrimarySand, Common
SecondaryConstruction Sand and Gravel

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorFox Ridge Stone LLC
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID1102646

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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