The Riddlesburg Coke Ovens

     The Riddlesburg coke ovens were once part of a larger operation owned by the Colonial Iron and Coal Company and included a large blast furnace. A total of 48 ovens were located on the property. Behind the ovens a huge slag pile was made and still stands behind the ovens today. The company in Riddlesburg would change hands a few times while in operation from the early 1900s until the blast furnace was dismantled in the 1940’s. The coke ovens were saved by a local group of preservationists and the local township. Along with the ovens various tools were also saved and on display. To get to the Riddlesburg coke ovens, follow Route 26 and turn onto Six Mile Run Road. The ovens are then a few hundred feet on the right-hand side.