Triple B #1

AbandonedShellSurfaceMSHA

Location

StateOklahoma
CountyEllis
Nearest TownFargo
Coordinates36.37611, -99.62361

Commodities

PrimaryShell

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorR B & J Materials
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID3402024

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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