Clinch River Operation

AbandonedCrushed, Broken SandstoneSurfaceMSHA

Location

StateVirginia
CountyTazewell
Nearest TownRichlands
Coordinates37.11528, -81.79556

Commodities

PrimaryCrushed, Broken Sandstone

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorClinch River Stone, LLC
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID4407330

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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