1 Pit and Mill

AbandonedPigment MineralsSurfaceMSHA

Location

StateVirginia
CountyPulaski
Nearest TownHiwassee
Coordinates36.96833, -80.71417

Commodities

PrimaryPigment Minerals

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorOXERRA AMERICAS, INC.
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID4402828

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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