Key Takeaway
Bear Creek Mica Plant is a abandoned facility mine producing Nonmetal, located in Bakersville, Mitchell County, NC. It has 24 violations on record (6 S&S) and $2K in proposed penalties. Operated by The Quartz Corp USA.
Bear Creek Mica Plant
Operator: The Quartz Corp USA
Controller: Imerys S A; Norsk Mineral AS
Location: Bakersville, Mitchell County, NC
Recent Violations
View all 24 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/14/2000 | 56.14115(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 11/14/2000 | 56.16006 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 11/14/2000 | 56.14100(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 11/14/2000 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 11/14/2000 | 56.4201(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 08/09/2000 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 08/09/2000 | 56.14131(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $113 |
| 08/09/2000 | 56.15007 | S&S | ModNegligence | $184 |
| 08/09/2000 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 08/09/2000 | 56.16006 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 08/09/2000 | 56.15007 | S&S | ModNegligence | $184 |
| 08/09/2000 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 08/09/2000 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 03/08/2000 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 03/08/2000 | 56.11002 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 03/08/2000 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 03/07/2000 | 50.20 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 03/07/2000 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
| 03/07/2000 | 56.9300(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $207 |
| 03/07/2000 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 2 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/21/2000 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 09/01/2000 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 1d restricted |
Inspections
View all 6 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/10/2008 | 07/10/2008 | 5.50 | 1 |
| 02/28/2008 | 02/28/2008 | 12.50 | 1 |
| 11/14/2000 | 11/15/2000 | 26.00 | 1 |
| 08/09/2000 | 08/10/2000 | 19.00 | 1 |
| 04/18/2000 | 04/18/2000 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 03/06/2000 | 03/10/2000 | 41.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Bear Creek Mica Plant have?
Bear Creek Mica Plant has 24 MSHA violations on record, of which 6 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $2K.
What type of mine is Bear Creek Mica Plant?
Bear Creek Mica Plant is a Facility mine producing Nonmetal, located in Bakersville, Mitchell County, NC. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Bear Creek Mica Plant?
According to MSHA records, Bear Creek Mica Plant has 2 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Bear Creek Mica Plant?
Bear Creek Mica Plant is operated by The Quartz Corp USA and controlled by Imerys S A; Norsk Mineral AS. MSHA Mine ID: 3101928.