Key Takeaway

Battleground Mill is a active surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Kings Mountain, Cleveland County, NC. It has 31 violations on record (4 S&S) and $3K in proposed penalties. Operated by Imerys Mica Kings Mountain.

Battleground Mill

Active Surface Nonmetal

Operator: Imerys Mica Kings Mountain

Controller: Imerys S A

Location: Kings Mountain, Cleveland County, NC

Employees: 2

31
Violations
4
S&S Violations
1
Accidents
$3K
Penalties

Recent Violations

View all 31 →
Date Section S&S Negligence Penalty
01/23/2026 56.14112(b) S&S ModNegligence $0
01/23/2026 56.20003(a) S&S ModNegligence $0
01/23/2026 56.14112(b) S&S ModNegligence $0
01/23/2025 41.12 Non-S&S ModNegligence $151
10/19/2021 56.12018 Non-S&S ModNegligence $125
07/20/2016 50.30(a) Non-S&S LowNegligence $114
03/22/2016 56.4201(a)(2) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
06/05/2014 56.12028 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
12/16/2013 56.14112(b) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
06/04/2013 56.12032 Non-S&S ModNegligence $108
02/19/2013 56.18009 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
01/10/2012 56.12032 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
01/04/2011 56.14132(a) Non-S&S LowNegligence $100
07/12/2010 56.14130(i) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
02/16/2010 56.12004 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
02/16/2010 56.12004 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
05/21/2009 56.5001(a)/.5005 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
04/15/2008 56.11001 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
01/08/2008 56.11002 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
12/05/2007 56.4130(b) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100

Accidents & Injuries

View all 1 →
Date Classification Injury Days Lost
02/15/2024 HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY 14d restricted

Inspections

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Begin End Hours Inspectors
01/23/2026 01/28/2026 17.50 1
07/10/2025 07/10/2025 0.50 1
04/22/2025 04/22/2025 2.25 1
01/21/2025 01/24/2025 5.00 1
05/20/2024 05/20/2024 0.50 1
04/03/2024 04/03/2024 3.00 1
01/09/2024 01/10/2024 7.50 1
07/11/2023 07/13/2023 3.50 1
01/04/2023 01/06/2023 7.25 1
04/19/2022 04/20/2022 18.50 1

Mine Details

MSHA Mine ID3100381
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommodityNonmetal
SIC DescriptionMica
Employees2
Days/Week3.0
Hours/Shift12.0
Coordinates35.2197220, -81.3688890
Nearest TownKings Mountain

Frequently Asked Questions

How many MSHA violations does Battleground Mill have?

Battleground Mill has 31 MSHA violations on record, of which 4 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $3K.

What type of mine is Battleground Mill?

Battleground Mill is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Kings Mountain, Cleveland County, NC. It currently has 2 employees.

Has anyone been injured or killed at Battleground Mill?

According to MSHA records, Battleground Mill has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.

Who operates Battleground Mill?

Battleground Mill is operated by Imerys Mica Kings Mountain and controlled by Imerys S A. MSHA Mine ID: 3100381.