Copar Mill

AbandonedPumiceSurfaceMSHA

Location

StateNew Mexico
CountyRio Arriba
Nearest TownEspanola
Coordinates35.98882, -106.10574

Commodities

PrimaryPumice

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorCopar Pumice Company, Inc.
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID2901129

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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