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AbandonedIron OreSurfaceMSHA

Location

StateMinnesota
CountySt. Louis
Nearest TownMountain Iron
Coordinates47.53250, -92.62361

Commodities

PrimaryIron Ore

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorUnited States Steel Corp-Minnesota Ore Operations
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID2100819

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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