Bear Creek Mica Plant

AbandonedMicaFacilityMSHA

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyMitchell
Nearest TownBakersville
Coordinates35.97210, -82.10134

Commodities

PrimaryMica

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeFacility
OperatorThe Quartz Corp USA
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID3101928

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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