Garyville Pit

AbandonedConstruction Sand and GravelSurfaceMSHA

Location

StateLouisiana
CountySt. John the Baptist
Nearest TownGaryville
Coordinates30.03500, -90.62056

Commodities

PrimaryConstruction Sand and Gravel

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorFill Materials, LLC
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID1601348

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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