Parish Sand Llc - Lower Coast Algiers Pit

AbandonedConstruction Sand and GravelSurfaceMSHA

Location

StateLouisiana
CountyOrleans
Nearest TownNew Orleans
Coordinates29.91639, -89.93222

Commodities

PrimaryConstruction Sand and Gravel

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorMURPHY CONSTRUCTION CO., INC.
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID1601344

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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