An area of mining activity, where excavations have extracted ores, coal, salt or precious stones. Use specific MINE type where known eg LEAD MINE.
Related Terms
| Term |
Note |
| MINE |
An excavation made in the earth for the purpose of digging out metallic ores, coal, salt, precious stones and other minerals. Use specific term where known. |
| MINE SHAFT |
A vertical or inclined excavation giving access to an underground mine. |
| SPOIL HEAP |
A mound of waste material derived from industrial activity. |
| SUBSIDENCE PIT |
A pit or hollow representing ground subsidence caused by mine workings. |
