Durham Mine

AbandonedCommon ShaleSurfaceMSHA

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyDurham
Nearest TownDurham
Coordinates35.89583, -78.89611

Commodities

PrimaryCommon Shale

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorTriangle Brick Company
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID3100155

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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