MOUNDSVILLE, W.V. (WVPREPBB) — The Grave Creek Mound Archaeological Complex recently hosted a lecture on preserving West Virginia’s coal mining history.
The Abandoned Mine Lands (AML) department addresses public safety issues related to coal operations, such as high walls, open portals, and blowouts.
“West Virginia, we’re a coal mining state, so in my opinion it’s something that that everyone needs to know. They don’t teach it kind of like they used to but it’s still out there so, it’s very important that people know their history.”
Jeff Davis, Abandoned Mine Lands regional planning supervisor
Jeff Davis, a regional planning supervisor, spoke about his experiences with mining operations prior to 1977 and the efforts his organization undertakes to safely preserve mining history.
During his presentation, Davis emphasized that one of AML’s top priorities is protecting the public from pre-law hazards while conserving the rich history of West Virginia’s coal mining heritage.
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