Shamokin Quarry

AbandonedCrushed, Broken SandstoneSurfaceMSHA

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountyNorthumberland
Nearest TownCenter Valley
Coordinates40.78167, -76.52167

Commodities

PrimaryCrushed, Broken Sandstone

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorNew Enterprise Stone and Lime Co.
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID3602299

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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