Fountain Farm Grinding Plant

AbandonedBarite Barium OreFacilityMSHA

Location

StateMissouri
CountyWashington
Coordinates38.01568, -90.73058

Commodities

PrimaryBarite Barium Ore

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeFacility
OperatorCimbar Performance Minerals
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID2300562

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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