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AbandonedCoal (Bituminous)SurfaceMSHA

Location

StateWest Virginia
CountyRaleigh
Nearest TownRhodell
Coordinates37.59861, -81.24861

Commodities

PrimaryCoal (Bituminous)

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorTo-Lar Coal Corp
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID4606734

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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