Moyer Prospect-Mt. Pleasant, N.c.

AbandonedGold OreUndergroundMSHA

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyCabarrus
Nearest TownAlbermarle
Coordinates35.40237, -80.41857

Commodities

PrimaryGold Ore
SecondarySilver Ore

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeUnderground
OperatorPickett Mining
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID3102221

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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