Russell Pass Pit

AbandonedCrushed, Broken MicaSurfaceMSHA

Location

StateNevada
CountyChurchill
Nearest TownFallon
Coordinates39.45833, -118.80028

Commodities

PrimaryCrushed, Broken Mica

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorHiskett & Sons
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID2602772

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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