Higdon Mine

AbandonedLead-Zinc OreUndergroundMSHA

Location

StateMissouri
CountyPerry
Nearest TownFredericktown
Coordinates37.71389, -89.88652

Commodities

PrimaryLead-Zinc Ore
SecondaryCobalt Ore

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeUnderground
OperatorThe Doe Run Company
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID2302168

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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