Portable Plant #4
AbandonedGypsumSurfaceMSHA
Location
| State | Iowa |
| County | Webster |
| Nearest Town | Ft Dodge |
| Coordinates | 43.14556, -91.76417 |
Commodities
| Primary | Gypsum |
Mine Details
| Status | Abandoned |
| Type | Surface |
| Operator | Reilly Construction Co. Inc. |
| Data Source | MSHA |
| Source ID | 1302264 |
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.