Brownsville Mill

AbandonedBarite Barium OreFacilityMSHA

Location

StateTexas
CountyCameron
Nearest TownBrownsville
Coordinates25.92889, -97.45278

Commodities

PrimaryBarite Barium Ore

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeFacility
OperatorMilwhite, Inc.
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID4101665

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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