Scott Pit

AbandonedCrushed, Broken SlateSurfaceMSHA

Location

StateVirginia
CountyScott
Nearest TownJohnson City
Coordinates36.65272, -82.59935

Commodities

PrimaryCrushed, Broken Slate

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorGeneral Shale Brick, Inc.
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID4406913

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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