San Luis Mine

AbandonedLeonarditeSurfaceMSHA

Location

StateNew Mexico
CountySandoval
Nearest TownSan Ysirdo
Coordinates35.92972, -107.38500

Commodities

PrimaryLeonardite

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorHorizon Ag Products
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID2902365

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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