Kennecott Barneys Canyon Mining

AbandonedGold OreSurfaceMSHA

Location

StateUtah
CountySalt Lake
Nearest TownBingham
Coordinates40.49917, -112.08639

Commodities

PrimaryGold Ore

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorKennecott Barneys Canyon Mining
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID4202040

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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