Kansas White Clay Pit

AbandonedClay, Ceramic, Refractory Mnls.SurfaceMSHA

Location

StateKansas
CountyWashington
Nearest TownMorrowville
Coordinates39.78306, -97.16167

Commodities

PrimaryClay, Ceramic, Refractory Mnls.

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorEndicott Clay Products Company
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID1401732

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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