Bolivar Pit

AbandonedCommon Clays NECSurfaceMSHA

Location

StateLouisiana
CountyTangipahoa
Nearest TownKentwood
Coordinates30.72997, -90.53842

Commodities

PrimaryCommon Clays NEC

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorKentwood Brick & Tile Manufacturing Company Inc
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID1601074

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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