Shannopin mine Traditional Cache
Keystone: As the owner has not responded to my prior note, I am archiving this cache page.
Regards,
Keystone
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This cache is a small container, uniquely cammoed to the surroundings. You do not have to go in the buildings, or far from the road.
This cache is located at the Shannopin mine site. Research for this mine was difficult, but found some information. Shannopin mine opened in 1926 mining the Pittsburgh #8 seam of coal. This was either originally owned, or primarily owned by J & L Steel. J & L closed the mine In 1980, was idle until Shannopin Mining Company reopened the mine in 1986. The mine remained opened until 1993, when production finally ended. The mine property has come under a lot of scrutiny lately, as it is discharging mine drainage into Dunkard creek, located close to the sealed portals of the mines. Steps are being to address this & hopely will be corrected. If any finder have more to add to this, please do so in the logs. This is one of many in a series we have done to celebrate & memorialize the heart & soul of SouthWestern PA, COAL. HAVE FUN!
CONGRATULATIONS TO CO-FIRST TO FINDS FOR THE BUDDHAMAN & MRS. BUDDHAMAN!!!
Additional Hints
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