Butler County Highway Dept.

AbandonedConstruction Sand and GravelSurfaceMSHA

Location

StateMissouri
CountyButler
Nearest TownPoplar Bluff
Coordinates36.92750, -90.52417

Commodities

PrimaryConstruction Sand and Gravel

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorButler County Highway Dept.
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID2302279

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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