Waitz Caliche Pit

AbandonedShellSurfaceMSHA

Location

StateTexas
CountyFrio
Nearest TownCotulla
Coordinates28.43694, -99.23500

Commodities

PrimaryShell

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorHardin-Walker Development, Inc.
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID4104929

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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