Why are quarries full of water?
Why are quarries full of water? Quarries are prone to flooding because they are sometimes dug below the water table. Toxic materials could seep into groundwater if an abandoned quarry's water reaches an area's water table. This is the concern surrounding the Berkeley Pit, a former copper quarry near Butte, Montana.
Is Lake Bonham safe to swim in?
Yes, the Lake Bonham Recreation Area offers plenty of swimming and beach areas.