Eastern Kentucky Coal Field region, Coal mining region in Kentucky, United States.
The Eastern Kentucky Coal Field spans across rugged mountains and valleys, containing extensive deposits of bituminous coal beneath sandstone formations.
Dr. Thomas Walker made the first documented coal discovery in Kentucky during 1750, leading to commercial mining operations starting with McLean drift bank in 1820.
Mining communities throughout Eastern Kentucky developed their own traditions, music, and lifestyle centered around coal extraction and mountain living.
Modern mining operations in Eastern Kentucky employ advanced extraction methods while following strict environmental regulations established by federal and state authorities.
The region's coal deposits formed during the Pennsylvanian Period, creating multiple seams that vary in thickness from a few inches to over fifteen feet.
Location: Kentucky
GPS coordinates: 37.75000,-83.08333
Latest update: March 6, 2025 19:11
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