Bennett Mineral Company Inc

AbandonedClay, Ceramic, Refractory Mnls.SurfaceMSHA

Location

StateVirginia
CountyKing and Queen
Nearest TownWalkerton
Coordinates37.74611, -76.99306

Commodities

PrimaryClay, Ceramic, Refractory Mnls.

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorBennett Mineral Company
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID4406600

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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