Hollyhill No 1

AbandonedCoal (Bituminous)SurfaceMSHA

Location

StateKentucky
CountyMcCreary
Nearest TownWhitley City
Coordinates36.67170, -84.32830

Commodities

PrimaryCoal (Bituminous)

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorBless Your Heart Coal
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID1513878

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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