White Sands Mining Co.

AbandonedSand, Industrial NECSurfaceMSHA

Location

StateIndiana
CountyHarrison
Nearest TownElizabeth
Coordinates38.13028, -85.93750

Commodities

PrimarySand, Industrial NEC

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorThe Sand Trap, Inc
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID1200676

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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