Bear Branch E3-1
Temporarily Idled
Underground
Coal
Operator: Blue Diamond Mining LLC
Controller: Sev.en Global Investments a.s.
Location: Hazard, Perry County, KY
Employees: 1
2,266
Violations
642
S&S Violations
284
Accidents
$2.3M
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 2,266 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/15/2022 | 75.1711 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 05/29/2019 | 75.1506(a)(1) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 03/07/2019 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 02/04/2019 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $135 | |
| 01/31/2019 | 75.1400-3(b)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 01/31/2019 | 77.516 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 01/31/2019 | S&S | ModNegligence | $172 | |
| 10/12/2018 | 75.310(c)(4)(ii) | Non-S&S | NoNegligence | $118 |
| 05/01/2018 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 05/01/2018 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $163 |
| 01/18/2018 | 75.1400(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 01/16/2018 | 77.1605(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 11/02/2017 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 07/13/2017 | 72.520(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 07/13/2017 | 75.312(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 05/02/2017 | 75.364(b)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 02/02/2017 | 75.333(b)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 10/13/2016 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $114 |
| 10/13/2016 | 77.505 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $114 |
| 07/20/2016 | 77.513 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $114 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 284 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/04/2019 | HOISTING | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 08/01/2017 | HOISTING | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 12/27/2016 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 10/31/2016 | DUST DISEASE OF LUNGS | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 06/13/2016 | DUST DISEASE OF LUNGS | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 02/16/2016 | DUST DISEASE OF LUNGS | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 10/15/2015 | DUST DISEASE OF LUNGS | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 08/31/2015 | DUST DISEASE OF LUNGS | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 07/16/2015 | DUST DISEASE OF LUNGS | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 07/13/2015 | DUST DISEASE OF LUNGS | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
Inspections
View all 851 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/03/2026 | 03/03/2026 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 12/10/2025 | 12/10/2025 | 1.50 | 1 |
| 09/19/2025 | 09/19/2025 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 05/19/2025 | 05/19/2025 | 2.50 | 1 |
| 03/05/2025 | 03/05/2025 | 2.25 | 1 |
| 10/09/2024 | 10/09/2024 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 07/24/2024 | 07/24/2024 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 06/24/2024 | 06/24/2024 | 0.50 | 1 |
| 06/12/2024 | 06/12/2024 | 2.50 | 1 |
| 03/07/2024 | 03/07/2024 | 2.50 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID1518662
Mine TypeUnderground
StatusTemporarily Idled
CommodityCoal
SIC DescriptionCoal (Bituminous)
Employees1
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift0.0
Coordinates37.2250000, -83.1416670
Nearest TownHazard
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Bear Branch E3-1 have?
Bear Branch E3-1 has 2266 MSHA violations on record, of which 642 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $2.3M.
What type of mine is Bear Branch E3-1?
Bear Branch E3-1 is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Hazard, Perry County, KY. It currently has 1 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Bear Branch E3-1?
According to MSHA records, Bear Branch E3-1 has 284 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Bear Branch E3-1?
Bear Branch E3-1 is operated by Blue Diamond Mining LLC and controlled by Sev.en Global Investments a.s.. MSHA Mine ID: 1518662.