#1 Surface

Abandoned and SealedCoal (Bituminous)SurfaceMSHA

Location

StateKentucky
CountyKnott
Nearest TownLackie
Coordinates37.46190, -82.84920

Commodities

PrimaryCoal (Bituminous)

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned and Sealed
TypeSurface
OperatorKnott Floyd Land Company
Employees14
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID1518035

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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