Flores Quarry #4

AbandonedDimension SandstoneSurfaceMSHA

Location

StateTennessee
CountyMarion
Nearest TownWhitwell
Coordinates35.21389, -85.54917

Commodities

PrimaryDimension Sandstone

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorFlores Stone LLC
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID4003578

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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