Horseheads Plant

AbandonedConstruction Sand and GravelSurfaceMSHA

Location

StateNew York
CountyChemung
Nearest TownHorsehead
Coordinates42.18530, -76.83883

Commodities

PrimaryConstruction Sand and Gravel

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorHanson Aggregates New York Inc.
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID3000975

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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