Jonesville Coal Mine

AbandonedCoal (Bituminous)UndergroundMSHA

Location

StateAlaska
CountyNome
Nearest TownAnchorage
Coordinates9.83333, -95.00000

Commodities

PrimaryCoal (Bituminous)

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeUnderground
OperatorNerox Power Systems Inc
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID5001635

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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