Glass Rock Operation

AbandonedGround SilicaSurfaceMSHA

Location

StateOhio
CountyPerry
Nearest TownGlenford
Coordinates39.88806, -82.31722

Commodities

PrimaryGround Silica
SecondaryCrushed, Broken Sandstone

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorPremier Silica LLC
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID3301354

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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