East Switchback

AbandonedCrushed, Broken BasaltSurfaceMSHA

Location

StateOregon
CountyKlamath
Nearest TownSprague River
Coordinates42.45750, -121.53611

Commodities

PrimaryCrushed, Broken Basalt

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorWhiskey Creek Timber Co.
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID3503839

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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