Greybull Field Project

AbandonedOil ShaleUndergroundMSHA

Location

StateWyoming
CountyBig Horn
Nearest TownGreybull
Coordinates44.48389, -108.05639

Commodities

PrimaryOil Shale

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeUnderground
OperatorNew Era Petroleum, Inc.
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID4801679

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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