Peru Plant

AbandonedSand, Industrial NECFacilityMSHA

Location

StateIllinois
CountyLa Salle
Nearest TownPeru
Coordinates41.45417, -89.14611

Commodities

PrimarySand, Industrial NEC

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeFacility
OperatorU.S. Silica Company
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID1103269

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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