Puits Saint-Joseph, Heritage water well in Ronchamp, France
The Saint-Joseph well features a rectangular section measuring 2.15 meters by 3.05 meters and reaches a depth of 453 meters underground.
Mining operations at Saint-Joseph well began on July 24, 1850, and continued until 1895, marking a significant period in regional coal extraction.
The site represents an essential component of industrial heritage, demonstrating the mining techniques and water management systems of the 19th century.
The well sits between National Route 19 and Departmental Road 4, with remnants of the old sawmill still visible at the industrial complex.
In June 1861, the Saint-Joseph well achieved peak production of 6,258 tons of coal, establishing it as the most productive shaft in the mining basin.
Location: Ronchamp
GPS coordinates: 47.69730,6.64649
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:58
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