Hollow-Core Slab of Pr

AbandonedSand, CommonSurfaceMSHA

Location

StatePuerto Rico
CountyQuebradillas
Nearest TownHatillo
Coordinates18.43706, -66.79726

Commodities

PrimarySand, Common
SecondaryCrushed, Broken Stone NEC

Mine Details

StatusAbandoned
TypeSurface
OperatorHollow-Core Slab of PR
Data SourceMSHA
Source ID5400499

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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