Key Takeaway

Bear Branch Mine Auger No. 1 is a abandoned surface mine producing Coal, located in Phelps, Pike County, KY. It has 7 violations on record (3 S&S) and $844 in proposed penalties. Operated by Hard Rock Energy, LLC.

Bear Branch Mine Auger No. 1

Abandoned Surface Coal

Operator: Hard Rock Energy, LLC

Controller: Jerry L. Meade

Location: Phelps, Pike County, KY

7
Violations
3
S&S Violations
0
Accidents
$844
Penalties

Recent Violations

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Date Section S&S Negligence Penalty
07/31/2013 77.400(a) S&S ModNegligence $127
10/19/2012 77.1000 S&S ModNegligence $127
08/29/2012 77.400(a) S&S ModNegligence $190
01/15/2011 50.30(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
01/13/2011 77.1000 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
02/05/2010 71.403(d) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
09/23/2009 77.400(c) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100

Inspections

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Begin End Hours Inspectors
10/30/2013 10/30/2013 4.00 1
10/15/2013 10/18/2013 5.00 1
04/12/2013 08/29/2013 22.50 1
10/17/2012 11/20/2012 15.50 1
04/13/2012 09/25/2012 28.75 2
01/05/2012 03/29/2012 29.50 2
01/13/2011 03/07/2011 16.00 1
12/03/2009 03/30/2010 13.50 3
09/17/2009 09/29/2009 18.75 3
03/09/2009 03/09/2009 4.50 1

Mine Details

MSHA Mine ID1519359
Mine TypeSurface
StatusAbandoned
CommodityCoal
SIC DescriptionCoal (Bituminous)
Days/Week0.0
Hours/Shift0.0
Coordinates37.2386110, -82.6297220
Nearest TownPhelps

Frequently Asked Questions

How many MSHA violations does Bear Branch Mine Auger No. 1 have?

Bear Branch Mine Auger No. 1 has 7 MSHA violations on record, of which 3 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $844.

What type of mine is Bear Branch Mine Auger No. 1?

Bear Branch Mine Auger No. 1 is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Phelps, Pike County, KY. It currently has 0 employees.

Has anyone been injured or killed at Bear Branch Mine Auger No. 1?

According to MSHA records, Bear Branch Mine Auger No. 1 has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.

Who operates Bear Branch Mine Auger No. 1?

Bear Branch Mine Auger No. 1 is operated by Hard Rock Energy, LLC and controlled by Jerry L. Meade. MSHA Mine ID: 1519359.