Exploring Flooded California Gold Mine

In this exploration, I venture deep into an abandoned flooded gold mine in Kern County, California. This mine was originally discovered in the 1850's. I hope you enjoy!

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[AbandonedMines]

Glad to hear you have a four-gas detector on you. That’s really important in these flooded mines. I learned a long time ago that flooded mines usually have the deepest water near the portal because the mines were dug on a gradient to allow the water to flow out. That flooded winze was quite a sight! That view at 16:25 looking up was pretty awesome! Must be some upper levels in that mine. You were in my neck of the woods if you were in Kern County. Next time you’re down here, let me know and we’ll hook up!

[otgexploring]

Nice little explore, thanks for the vid… by chance do you know what quadrant this is on a Topo map?

[toomanyopinions]

Hey, man, this video made me worry for your safety. It really seemed like you were at risk. If you are going to be walking in mines with giant holes in the ground that lead to flooded death pits, you need to bring a stronger flashlight. You need to be able to see the ground at all times. Several times you were standing on the edge of one of those pits, moved your flashlight to look at the walls/ceiling, and the ground disappeared into darkness. That's a surefire way to drown, you were taking steps next to those pits without your light on the ground. Please please bring a better light! Other mine exploration channels solve this problem by either having a stronger light, and/or wearing a headlamp as well as using a flashlight, and always keeping the flashlight focused on the ground ahead of them. (also for a flooded mine like this, bring someone else, please!)