Rifenburg Herkimer Mine

AbandonedConstruction Sand and GravelSurfaceMSHA

Location

StateNew York
CountyHerkimer
Nearest TownHerkimer
Coordinates43.02556, -74.93556

Commodities

PrimaryConstruction Sand and Gravel

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorRifenburg Construction Inc.
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID3004003

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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