Davidson Mine Ii

AbandonedCommon ShaleSurfaceMSHA

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyDavidson
Nearest TownLexington, Nc
Coordinates35.80667, -80.12444

Commodities

PrimaryCommon Shale
SecondaryFire Clay

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorCunningham Brick Co Inc
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID3102115

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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