Key Takeaway
Bear Branch Surface is a abandoned surface mine producing Coal, located in Slemp, Perry County, KY. It has 34 violations on record (7 S&S) and $5K in proposed penalties. Operated by James River Coal Service Company.
Bear Branch Surface
Operator: James River Coal Service Company
Controller: James River Coal Company
Location: Slemp, Perry County, KY
Recent Violations
View all 34 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/01/2011 | 77.1109(c)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 11/01/2011 | 77.205(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 11/01/2011 | 77.502-2 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $138 |
| 11/01/2011 | 77.1301(c)(5) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/24/2011 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/24/2011 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/24/2011 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $207 |
| 10/24/2011 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/27/2011 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/13/2011 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $190 |
| 04/13/2011 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/11/2011 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/11/2011 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/11/2011 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/11/2011 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/11/2011 | 77.1605(k) | S&S | ModNegligence | $190 |
| 01/12/2011 | 77.1302(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 01/04/2011 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 03/24/2010 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 03/24/2010 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
Inspections
View all 16 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/24/2011 | 11/22/2011 | 33.75 | 2 |
| 06/07/2011 | 06/07/2011 | 2.25 | 1 |
| 04/06/2011 | 05/05/2011 | 73.75 | 1 |
| 02/08/2011 | 02/09/2011 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 01/03/2011 | 01/24/2011 | 72.50 | 2 |
| 12/17/2010 | 12/17/2010 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 06/22/2010 | 06/25/2010 | 14.50 | 1 |
| 03/16/2010 | 03/30/2010 | 100.50 | 3 |
| 05/27/2009 | 06/03/2009 | 15.50 | 2 |
| 01/14/2009 | 01/29/2009 | 33.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Bear Branch Surface have?
Bear Branch Surface has 34 MSHA violations on record, of which 7 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $5K.
What type of mine is Bear Branch Surface?
Bear Branch Surface is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Slemp, Perry County, KY. It currently has employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Bear Branch Surface?
According to MSHA records, Bear Branch Surface has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Bear Branch Surface?
Bear Branch Surface is operated by James River Coal Service Company and controlled by James River Coal Company. MSHA Mine ID: 1519053.