Air Quality #1 Mine
NonProducing
Surface
Coal
Operator: Peabody Midwest Mining, LLC
Controller: Peabody Energy Corporation
Location: Wheatland, IN, Knox County, IN
Employees: 2
6,960
Violations
1,589
S&S Violations
597
Accidents
$12.1M
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 6,960 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/07/2019 | 71.100(b) | S&S | LowNegligence | $132 |
| 08/21/2018 | 48.31 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $118 |
| 06/01/2016 | 77.208(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $134 |
| 06/01/2016 | 77.1100 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 03/17/2016 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 06/16/2014 | 77.1605(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 05/20/2014 | 50.20(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/25/2013 | 77.216-3(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $108 |
| 02/08/2013 | 77.1109(e)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $176 |
| 02/08/2013 | 77.1109(c)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 01/30/2013 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $176 |
| 01/28/2013 | 77.502 | S&S | ModNegligence | $2,901 |
| 01/28/2013 | 77.502 | S&S | ModNegligence | $2,901 |
| 01/28/2013 | 77.1109(e)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $176 |
| 01/25/2013 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $176 |
| 01/25/2013 | 77.1104 | S&S | ModNegligence | $873 |
| 01/22/2013 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $460 |
| 01/22/2013 | 77.1710(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $176 |
| 01/22/2013 | 77.502 | S&S | ModNegligence | $2,901 |
| 01/14/2013 | 75.382(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $176 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 597 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/06/2014 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 09/18/2012 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 122d lost |
| 08/23/2012 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 110d lost |
| 06/18/2012 | POWERED HAULAGE | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 81d lost, 16d restricted |
| 05/31/2012 | HOISTING | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 05/08/2012 | MACHINERY | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 27d lost, 31d restricted |
| 04/25/2012 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 12d lost, 34d restricted |
| 04/17/2012 | POWERED HAULAGE | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 3d lost, 19d restricted |
| 03/28/2012 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 73d lost |
| 02/26/2012 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 94d lost |
Inspections
View all 822 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/29/2025 | 12/31/2025 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 09/30/2025 | 09/30/2025 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 06/24/2025 | 06/24/2025 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 04/29/2025 | 04/29/2025 | 1.25 | 1 |
| 02/05/2025 | 02/05/2025 | 1.25 | 1 |
| 10/22/2024 | 10/22/2024 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 08/19/2024 | 08/20/2024 | 25.50 | 1 |
| 06/17/2024 | 06/17/2024 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 12/05/2023 | 12/05/2023 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 10/31/2023 | 10/31/2023 | 30.00 | 2 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID1202010
Mine TypeSurface
StatusNonProducing
CommodityCoal
SIC DescriptionCoal (Bituminous)
Employees2
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift0.0
Coordinates38.6250000, -87.4472220
Nearest TownWheatland, IN
Related Mines
Francisco Underground Pit
Francisco, Gibson County, IN
6,084 violations
Active
Gateway Mine
Coulterville, Randolph County, IL
3,976 violations
Abandoned
Oaktown Fuels Mine No. 1
Oaktown, Knox County, IN
3,541 violations
Active
Wildcat Hills Mine-Underground
Eldorado, Saline County, IL
3,331 violations
Abandoned and Sealed
Oaktown Fuels Mine No. 2
Oaktown, Knox County, IN
1,398 violations
NonProducing
Riola Complex Vermilion Grove Porta...
Ridge Farm, Vermilion County, IL
1,049 violations
Abandoned and Sealed
Freelandville Underground
Edwardsport, Knox County, IN
689 violations
Abandoned and Sealed
Francisco Mine
Francisco, Gibson County, IN
515 violations
Active
Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Air Quality #1 Mine have?
Air Quality #1 Mine has 6960 MSHA violations on record, of which 1589 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $12.1M.
What type of mine is Air Quality #1 Mine?
Air Quality #1 Mine is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Wheatland, IN, Knox County, IN. It currently has 2 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Air Quality #1 Mine?
According to MSHA records, Air Quality #1 Mine has 597 reported accident/injury records and 1 fatalities on file.
Who operates Air Quality #1 Mine?
Air Quality #1 Mine is operated by Peabody Midwest Mining, LLC and controlled by Peabody Energy Corporation. MSHA Mine ID: 1202010.