East Mountain Quarry

AbandonedIron OreSurfaceMSHA

Location

StateTexas
CountyUpshur
Nearest TownGilmer
Coordinates32.53240, -94.93925

Commodities

PrimaryIron Ore

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorCrushed Concrete Solutions, LLC
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID4105443

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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