Turkey Creek

AbandonedSand, Industrial NECSurfaceMSHA

Location

StateMissouri
CountyBenton
Nearest TownWarsaw
Coordinates38.18361, -93.26639

Commodities

PrimarySand, Industrial NEC

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorBruce Woods
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID2302334

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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