Hwm # 36

AbandonedCoal (Bituminous)SurfaceMSHA

Location

StateKentucky
CountyLetcher
Nearest TownEolia
Coordinates38.02278, -80.54833

Commodities

PrimaryCoal (Bituminous)

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorCommonwealth Mining, LLC
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID3304709

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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