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AbandonedFeldsparSurfaceMSHA

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyAvery
Nearest TownSpruce Pine
Coordinates35.94592, -82.00263

Commodities

PrimaryFeldspar

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorUnimin Corp
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID3102001

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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