Franklin Highwall Mine #65 B Portal

Abandoned and SealedCoal (Bituminous)UndergroundMSHA

Location

StateOhio
CountyHarrison
Nearest TownGeorgetown
Coordinates40.23110, -80.92140

Commodities

PrimaryCoal (Bituminous)

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned and Sealed
TypeUnderground
OperatorConsolidation Coal Company
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID3303876

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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