Silverpeak Mine & Mill

AbandonedLithium MineralsSurfaceMSHA

Location

StateNevada
CountyEsmeralda
Coordinates37.74263, -117.67009

Commodities

PrimaryLithium Minerals

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorFoote Mineral Company
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID2600709

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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