Refuse Site

AbandonedCoal (Bituminous)FacilityMSHA

Location

StateWest Virginia
CountyRaleigh
Nearest TownClear Creek Raleigh
Coordinates37.87170, -81.31890

Commodities

PrimaryCoal (Bituminous)

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeFacility
OperatorZalkin Coal Sales Inc
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID4605644

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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