Graves County Mines

AbandonedClay, Ceramic, Refractory Mnls.SurfaceMSHA

Location

StateKentucky
CountyGraves
Nearest TownMayfield
Coordinates36.83389, -88.92667

Commodities

PrimaryClay, Ceramic, Refractory Mnls.

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorKentucky-Tennessee Clay Company
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID1504511

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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