Barton Road Quarry

AbandonedDimension LimestoneSurfaceMSHA

Location

StateNew York
CountyErie
Nearest TownWehrle
Coordinates42.95382, -78.65228

Commodities

PrimaryDimension Limestone

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorBuffalo Crushed Stone Inc.
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID3000068

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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