Route 6 Pit

AbandonedConstruction Sand and GravelSurfaceMSHA

Location

StateMaryland
CountyCharles
Nearest TownCharlotte Hall
Coordinates38.46651, -76.81132

Commodities

PrimaryConstruction Sand and Gravel

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorJimmy Richards & Sons Excavating Inc
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID1800771

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.

Other Mines in Charles County

View all mines in Charles County →

Other Construction Sand and Gravel Mines in Maryland

All construction sand and gravel mines in Maryland →