Stampede Mine

AbandonedOil SandSurfaceMSHA

Location

StateKentucky
CountyLogan
Nearest TownRussellville
Coordinates36.98250, -86.78000

Commodities

PrimaryOil Sand

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorStampede Oil Sands, Inc.
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID1519675

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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