Jennie Branch Mine

AbandonedCoal (Bituminous)UndergroundMSHA

Location

StateKentucky
CountyBell
Nearest TownMiracle
Coordinates36.72528, -83.54472

Commodities

PrimaryCoal (Bituminous)

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeUnderground
OperatorTennco, Inc.
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID1519768

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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