Questa Mine & Mill

AbandonedMolybdenum OreUndergroundMSHA

Location

StateNew Mexico
CountyTaos
Nearest TownQuesta
Coordinates36.68639, -105.53194

Commodities

PrimaryMolybdenum Ore

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeUnderground
OperatorChevron Mining Inc
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID2901267

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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