Western Hickory Strip

AbandonedCoal (Bituminous)SurfaceMSHA

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountyLawrence
Nearest TownWampum
Coordinates40.91667, -80.41667

Commodities

PrimaryCoal (Bituminous)

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorWestern Hickory Coal Company Inc
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID3603375

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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