Big Canyon Mine

AbandonedGold OreSurfaceMSHA

Location

StateNevada
CountyLyon
Nearest TownYerrington
Coordinates39.52167, -119.75361

Commodities

PrimaryGold Ore

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorTNT Ventures, LLC
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID2602672

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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