Athens Hocking Clay Mine

AbandonedFire ClaySurfaceMSHA

Location

StateOhio
CountyAthens
Nearest TownNelsonville
Coordinates39.44139, -82.21083

Commodities

PrimaryFire Clay

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorKilbarger Construction Inc
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID3304432

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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