Peru Iowa

AbandonedDimension LimestoneSurfaceMSHA

Location

StateIowa
CountyMadison
Nearest TownPeru
Coordinates41.22530, -93.96018

Commodities

PrimaryDimension Limestone

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorBig Stones Quarry, Inc.
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID1302334

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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