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AbandonedCoal (Bituminous)UndergroundMSHA

Location

StateWest Virginia
CountyGrant
Nearest TownBayard
Coordinates39.21167, -79.41194

Commodities

PrimaryCoal (Bituminous)

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeUnderground
OperatorIsland Creek Coal Company
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID4604149

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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