Kamco Mines

AbandonedPumiceFacilityMSHA

Location

StateKansas
CountyJewell
Nearest TownMankato
Coordinates39.78444, -97.86306

Commodities

PrimaryPumice

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeFacility
OperatorKansas Minerals Inc
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID1401516

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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