Abandoned and SealedCoal (Bituminous)UndergroundMSHA
Location
State
Tennessee
County
Scott
Nearest Town
Robbins
Coordinates
36.21330, -84.45500
Commodities
Primary
Coal (Bituminous)
Mine Details
Status
Abandoned and Sealed
Type
Underground
Operator
W G S Coal Inc
Data Source
MSHA
Source ID
4002912
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.