Key Takeaway
Allen Branch Surface Mine is a active surface mine producing Coal, located in Phelps, Pike County, KY. It has 142 violations on record (55 S&S) and $62K in proposed penalties. Operated by Clintwood JOD, LLC.
Allen Branch Surface Mine
Operator: Clintwood JOD, LLC
Controller: JOD Holdings LLC
Location: Phelps, Pike County, KY
Employees: 21
Recent Violations
View all 142 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/10/2026 | 77.404(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/28/2026 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/22/2026 | 72.620 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/22/2026 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 06/12/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $245 |
| 06/12/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $245 |
| 06/09/2025 | 72.620 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/05/2025 | 48.29(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 05/22/2025 | 77.1605(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 10/22/2024 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 05/23/2024 | 77.1713(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 05/15/2024 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 05/14/2024 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 05/14/2024 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 04/29/2024 | 77.404(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $328 |
| 11/16/2023 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 06/20/2023 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 06/20/2023 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 06/06/2023 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 06/06/2023 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,585 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 4 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/18/2015 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 699d lost |
| 05/28/2015 | POWERED HAULAGE | FATALITY | Fatal |
| 10/06/2014 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 208d lost |
| 08/25/2014 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 97d lost |
Inspections
View all 45 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/14/2026 | 02/18/2026 | 72.50 | 1 |
| 12/02/2025 | 12/03/2025 | 9.00 | 1 |
| 11/17/2025 | 11/18/2025 | 8.50 | 1 |
| 05/20/2025 | 06/20/2025 | 80.50 | 1 |
| 01/21/2025 | 01/21/2025 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 10/01/2024 | 11/12/2024 | 58.75 | 1 |
| 05/22/2024 | 05/23/2024 | 4.50 | 1 |
| 04/02/2024 | 06/17/2024 | 59.50 | 1 |
| 11/07/2023 | 02/05/2024 | 52.00 | 1 |
| 05/11/2023 | 06/26/2023 | 93.25 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Allen Branch Surface Mine have?
Allen Branch Surface Mine has 142 MSHA violations on record, of which 55 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $62K.
What type of mine is Allen Branch Surface Mine?
Allen Branch Surface Mine is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Phelps, Pike County, KY. It currently has 21 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Allen Branch Surface Mine?
According to MSHA records, Allen Branch Surface Mine has 4 reported accident/injury records and 1 fatalities on file.
Who operates Allen Branch Surface Mine?
Allen Branch Surface Mine is operated by Clintwood JOD, LLC and controlled by JOD Holdings LLC. MSHA Mine ID: 1519722.