Odessa Pit

AbandonedSand, CommonSurfaceMSHA

Location

StateMinnesota
CountyBig Stone
Nearest TownOrtonville
Coordinates45.33645, -96.40934

Commodities

PrimarySand, Common

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorRonglien Excavating Inc
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID2103487

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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