Coal mine · United States

No. 1 Strip Mine (G&S)

No. 1 Strip Mine (G&S) is a surface coal mine in Maryland, United States. The mine is currently closed (start year 1972).

15.0 million tonnes coal/yCapacity
ClosedStatus
1972Start year
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Overview

It has a production capacity of 15.0 million tonnes coal/y.

Ownership: G&S Coal Company Inc (parent company: natural persons).

Why it matters

  • Coal mines supply thermal coal to power plants or metallurgical coal to steelmaking; mine output and closures are tightly linked to the coal power fleet.

Location

Location is approximate. Imagery © Esri, Maxar, Earthstar Geographics

Frequently asked questions

What is the capacity of No. 1 Strip Mine (G&S)?

No. 1 Strip Mine (G&S) has a capacity of 15.0 million tonnes coal/y according to the latest Global Energy Monitor data.

Who owns No. 1 Strip Mine (G&S)?

G&S Coal Company Inc — parent company: natural persons.

Where is No. 1 Strip Mine (G&S) located?

It is located in Maryland, United States. Approximate coordinates: 39.5847, -78.9697.

When is No. 1 Strip Mine (G&S) expected to start?

Start year: 1972. Current status: Closed.

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Source: Global Energy Monitor, Global Coal Mine Tracker, 2026-08 release. Last updated: 9 October 2026.

Data: Global Energy Monitor (GIPT 2026-09, GGIT 2025-11, GOIT 2026-06, GOGET 2026-03, GCMT 2026-08, OSM 2026-10) licensed under CC BY 4.0; transmission grid © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Compiled and published by The Daily Energy.

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