Schoeppel #1

AbandonedGypsumSurfaceMSHA

Location

StateOklahoma
CountyMajor
Nearest TownFairview
Coordinates36.27528, -98.40444

Commodities

PrimaryGypsum

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorInterstate Gypsum LLC
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID3402015

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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