It has since shown that the mine and its related operations, as well as its remains, have had a major adverse impact on the health of the inhabitants, in particular the Aboriginal community, with 20% of the population expected to contract mesothelioma.

[6] The impacts of asbestos on health to the Baryulgil community were documented by Australian Broadcasting Corporation journalist Matt Peacock in his book Killer Company and telemovie Devil's Dust.

[7] The village of Baryulgil, sometimes locally referred to as "The Square", is situated on The Clarence Way, a scenic road between Tabulam and Copmanhurst.

Baryulgil is in Yulgilbar parish of Drake County, and within the Clarence Valley Council local government area.

The village has a small public primary and infants school that serves the local area.