If you’re looking for an abandoned stone quarry for sale, here are some steps and resources to help you find one:
1. Where to Search for Quarries for Sale
– Real Estate Listings: Check commercial real estate websites like:
– [LoopNet](https://www.loopnet.com/)
– [LandWatch](https://www.landwatch.com/)
– [CommercialCafe](https://www.commercialcafe.com/)
– [Zillow Commercial](https://www.zillow.com/commercial/)
– Specialized Mining & Quarry Sites:
– [Quarry & Aggregate Marketplace (Rocky Mountain Machinery)](http://www.rockymtnmachinery.com/)
– [MineSource Auctions](https://www.minesource.com/)
– Government & Bank-Owned Sales: Some abandoned quarries may be sold through tax lien auctions or foreclosure sales.
– Local Real Estate Agents: Contact agents specializing in land or industrial properties.
2. Key Considerations When Buying an Abandoned Quarry
– Zoning & Permits: Ensure the land is zoned for quarrying or your intended use (e.g., redevelopment, recreation).
– Environmental Liabilities: Old quarries may have water-filled pits, unstable slopes, or contamination issues.
– Access & Infrastructure: Check road access, utilities, and proximity to markets if reopening the quarry.
– Water Rights & Mineral Rights: Verify if these are included in the sale.
– Future Use Potential: Some buyers repurpose quarries into reservoirs, event venues, or parks.
3. Example Listings (Check Current Availability)
While I can’t provide live listings, past examples include:
– A 50-acre abandoned granite quarry in Vermont listed at $2.5M.
– A limestone quarry in Texas sold for redevelopment into a lakefront community.
– Small abandoned slate quarries in Pennsylvania available for private use.
4. Alternative: Leasing Instead of Buying
If purchasing isn’t feasible, some owners lease old quarries for filming, fishing, or rock climbing.
Would you like help refining your search based on location or intended use? Let me know!