Key Takeaway

Bennetts Fork TN Mine is a abandoned surface mine producing Coal, located in Clairfield, Claiborne County, TN. It has 60 violations on record (34 S&S) and $45K in proposed penalties. Operated by Robert Clear Coal Corporation.

Bennetts Fork TN Mine

Abandoned Surface Coal

Operator: Robert Clear Coal Corporation

Controller: Robert L Clear

Location: Clairfield, Claiborne County, TN

60
Violations
34
S&S Violations
2
Accidents
$45K
Penalties

Recent Violations

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Date Section S&S Negligence Penalty
09/08/2008 77.1607(i) S&S ModNegligence $873
07/17/2008 77.1607(i) S&S ModNegligence $585
06/12/2008 71.403(b) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
06/11/2008 77.404(a) S&S ModNegligence $2,106
05/22/2008 77.1605(b) S&S ModNegligence $687
05/22/2008 77.1607(i) S&S ModNegligence $745
05/14/2008 77.1303(k) S&S HighNegligence $8,421
05/14/2008 77.1303(b) S&S HighNegligence $7,578
05/12/2008 77.1606(c) S&S ModNegligence $687
05/09/2008 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
05/09/2008 77.1007(a) S&S ModNegligence $687
05/09/2008 77.1104 S&S ModNegligence $460
05/09/2008 77.1109(c)(1) S&S ModNegligence $460
05/09/2008 77.1007(b) S&S ModNegligence $687
05/06/2008 62.130(a) S&S ModNegligence $807
05/06/2008 77.1606(a) S&S ModNegligence $807
05/06/2008 77.1104 S&S ModNegligence $540
05/06/2008 77.404(a) S&S ModNegligence $3,689
05/06/2008 77.1605(b) S&S ModNegligence $540
05/02/2008 77.404(a) S&S ModNegligence $2,282

Accidents & Injuries

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Date Classification Injury Days Lost
11/22/2003 SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 13d lost
04/15/2003 NO VALUE FOUND DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 305d lost

Inspections

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Begin End Hours Inspectors
09/08/2008 09/10/2008 6.00 1
07/17/2008 07/21/2008 8.00 1
06/11/2008 06/23/2009 3.00 1
06/10/2008 06/18/2008 14.00 1
05/01/2008 09/29/2008 87.00 2
10/04/2007 12/21/2007 59.00 2
09/24/2007 09/28/2007 30.00 1
10/14/2004 10/15/2004 5.50 1
08/17/2004 08/19/2004 11.50 1
03/22/2004 03/24/2004 20.00 1

Mine Details

MSHA Mine ID4003026
Mine TypeSurface
StatusAbandoned
CommodityCoal
SIC DescriptionCoal (Bituminous)
Days/Week0.0
Hours/Shift0.0
Coordinates36.5627770, -83.7977770
Nearest TownClairfield

Frequently Asked Questions

How many MSHA violations does Bennetts Fork TN Mine have?

Bennetts Fork TN Mine has 60 MSHA violations on record, of which 34 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $45K.

What type of mine is Bennetts Fork TN Mine?

Bennetts Fork TN Mine is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Clairfield, Claiborne County, TN. It currently has 0 employees.

Has anyone been injured or killed at Bennetts Fork TN Mine?

According to MSHA records, Bennetts Fork TN Mine has 2 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.

Who operates Bennetts Fork TN Mine?

Bennetts Fork TN Mine is operated by Robert Clear Coal Corporation and controlled by Robert L Clear. MSHA Mine ID: 4003026.