West Preparation Plant

Abandoned and SealedCoal (Bituminous)FacilityMSHA

Location

StateWest Virginia
CountyGrant
Nearest TownMt. Storm
Coordinates39.20861, -79.41805

Commodities

PrimaryCoal (Bituminous)

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned and Sealed
TypeFacility
OperatorLaurel Run Mining Company
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID4601308

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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