Boyer Island Sand Mine

AbandonedSand, Industrial NECSurfaceMSHA

Location

StateTennessee
CountyCocke
Nearest TownNewport
Coordinates35.95576, -83.15007

Commodities

PrimarySand, Industrial NEC

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorHommel Construction Company
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID4003326

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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