The company hasn't commented on the sale and media requests have gone unanswered, which begs the question: what is it planning to do with Eagle Mountain?

Internet speculation has been rife. While some online commenters think the firm will transform the ghost town into a truck park, others have expressed fears it could be used as a dumping ground for construction waste. This would likely have environmentalists up in arms. Other suggestions include a solar plant.

Sadly, none of these options involve revitalising the community and returning the town to its former glory. Only time will tell what the future holds for this former mining town...

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