Alden Resources Harps Creek
Active
Underground
Coal
Operator: Ferroglobe USA Mining, LLC
Controller: Ferroglobe PLC
Location: Siler, Whitley County, KY
Employees: 16
1,785
Violations
438
S&S Violations
25
Accidents
$305K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 1,785 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/17/2026 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 02/17/2026 | 75.220(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/17/2026 | 75.220(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/30/2026 | 75.1200-1(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/13/2026 | 75.1911(h) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/12/2026 | 75.1731(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/08/2026 | 75.364(g) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/05/2026 | 75.1403-6(a)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/05/2026 | 75.311(f) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/05/2026 | 75.220(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/05/2026 | 75.1722(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $592 |
| 01/05/2026 | 75.1600-2(e) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/05/2026 | 75.333(c)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/05/2026 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/05/2026 | 75.1712-3(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/17/2025 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/13/2025 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/12/2025 | 75.512 | S&S | ModNegligence | $226 |
| 11/12/2025 | 75.1103-1 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/12/2025 | 75.512 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 25 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/21/2023 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 29d lost |
| 03/09/2023 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 09/20/2022 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 100d restricted |
| 02/25/2022 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 125d restricted |
| 09/21/2017 | POWERED HAULAGE | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 16d lost, 35d restricted |
| 02/16/2016 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 12/19/2015 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 04/27/2015 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 03/14/2014 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 07/16/2013 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 15d lost |
Inspections
View all 212 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/02/2026 | 03/02/2026 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 02/17/2026 | 03/02/2026 | 28.00 | 4 |
| 01/02/2026 | 02/24/2026 | 185.75 | 8 |
| 10/01/2025 | 11/20/2025 | 203.25 | 6 |
| 09/23/2025 | 09/23/2025 | 14.00 | 1 |
| 07/21/2025 | 09/16/2025 | 238.75 | 6 |
| 06/17/2025 | 06/17/2025 | 12.50 | 1 |
| 04/01/2025 | 06/02/2025 | 195.00 | 4 |
| 03/20/2025 | 04/01/2025 | 22.00 | 1 |
| 01/30/2025 | 03/18/2025 | 173.50 | 5 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID1518466
Mine TypeUnderground
StatusActive
CommodityCoal
SIC DescriptionCoal (Bituminous)
Employees16
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift9.0
Coordinates36.6994440, -83.9022220
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Alden Resources Harps Creek have?
Alden Resources Harps Creek has 1785 MSHA violations on record, of which 438 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $305K.
What type of mine is Alden Resources Harps Creek?
Alden Resources Harps Creek is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Siler, Whitley County, KY. It currently has 16 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Alden Resources Harps Creek?
According to MSHA records, Alden Resources Harps Creek has 25 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Alden Resources Harps Creek?
Alden Resources Harps Creek is operated by Ferroglobe USA Mining, LLC and controlled by Ferroglobe PLC. MSHA Mine ID: 1518466.