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Massive Sand-Mine Breach Empties Hundreds of Acre-Feet into West Fork - Reduce Flooding
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Source: Reduce Flooding Blog - Bob Rehak
Date: 08/24/2025 11:13pm
Article Summary:
"Massive Breach at Abandoned San Jacinto Sand Mine Causes Significant Flooding and Environmental Concerns"
On August 24, 2025, a massive breach at the abandoned Hanson Aggregate sand mine on the San Jacinto West Fork caused a thousand acre-feet of water to rush out, eroding a substantial channel and depositing significant amounts of sand and silt into the river. The sudden event not only highlighted the dangers posed by abandoned sand mines but also underscored the need for finding long-term solutions, such as converting these areas into recreational amenities. Aerial photos noted nearby construction equipment but the cause of the breach remains unknown.
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Date: 08/24/2025 11:13pm
Article Summary:
"Massive Breach at Abandoned San Jacinto Sand Mine Causes Significant Flooding and Environmental Concerns"
On August 24, 2025, a massive breach at the abandoned Hanson Aggregate sand mine on the San Jacinto West Fork caused a thousand acre-feet of water to rush out, eroding a substantial channel and depositing significant amounts of sand and silt into the river. The sudden event not only highlighted the dangers posed by abandoned sand mines but also underscored the need for finding long-term solutions, such as converting these areas into recreational amenities. Aerial photos noted nearby construction equipment but the cause of the breach remains unknown.
Read article here »