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Uphart Seam is an abandoned coal mine located in South Lanarkshire, Scotland. The mine was discovered in the 1960s and was estimated to hold significant coal reserves. However, the mine was never fully developed due to its remote location and the challenges posed by its terrain.

The Upheart Seam is believed to be a Carboniferous period coal deposit, dating back around 300 million years. The coal deposits in the seam are composed of a mixture of bituminous and coking coal. The mine's proximity to the A702 and A73 roads, as well as its proximity to the town of Carluke, make it an attractive location for coal extraction.

Due to the economic conditions at the time, including high extraction costs and sinking coal prices, the Upheart Seam was never fully developed. However, some local coal was reportedly mined from the site in the early 2000s. Since then, the mine has been largely abandoned, although some local coal enthusiasts and hikers have reportedly visited the site.

Efforts have been made to preserve the local natural environment and minimize any potential impact from coal mining activities. However, the full extent of any remaining environmental concerns has not been thoroughly assessed. Additionally, the site has been reported to be hazardous to visitors due to various mining-related hazards.

Local folklore has attributed the mine's abandonment to its supposedly cursed history, but experts attribute the mine's closure to economic factors. Further research is needed to better understand any environmental and hazardous concerns surrounding the Upheart Seam. Today, the Upheart Seam remains an abandoned coal mine with a complex history, serving as a cautionary reminder of the challenges and risks involved in coal mining activities.