Key Takeaway
Ben's Branch Mine is a abandoned surface mine producing Coal, located in Hazard, Perry County, KY. It has 120 violations on record (51 S&S) and $436K in proposed penalties. Operated by Locust Grove, Inc..
Ben's Branch Mine
Operator: Locust Grove, Inc.
Controller: Edward L Clemons Estate
Location: Hazard, Perry County, KY
Recent Violations
View all 120 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/15/2014 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $460 |
| 10/15/2014 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $499 |
| 10/15/2014 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $499 |
| 07/10/2014 | 77.1607(i) | S&S | LowNegligence | $2,901 |
| 07/07/2014 | 77.404(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $2,678 |
| 06/27/2014 | 77.1001 | S&S | HighNegligence | $178,900 |
| 06/27/2014 | 77.1713(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $178,900 |
| 06/27/2014 | 71.403(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $162 |
| 03/20/2014 | 77.1104 | S&S | HighNegligence | $24,600 |
| 03/19/2014 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $117 |
| 03/19/2014 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $585 |
| 01/02/2014 | 77.106 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 01/02/2014 | 48.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 12/09/2013 | 77.1005(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $946 |
| 10/08/2013 | 72.620 | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,111 |
| 10/08/2013 | 77.1104 | S&S | ModNegligence | $2,282 |
| 10/08/2013 | 72.620 | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,111 |
| 10/08/2013 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $308 |
| 10/02/2013 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $263 |
| 10/02/2013 | 77.1104 | S&S | ModNegligence | $2,282 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 2 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/05/2013 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 50d lost |
| 03/29/2012 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 71d lost |
Inspections
View all 17 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/29/2015 | 08/06/2015 | 15.50 | 1 |
| 12/01/2014 | 12/01/2014 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 10/02/2014 | 11/04/2014 | 22.00 | 1 |
| 06/27/2014 | 07/31/2014 | 48.00 | 2 |
| 12/09/2013 | 03/24/2014 | 62.25 | 3 |
| 10/02/2013 | 10/17/2013 | 35.00 | 1 |
| 05/28/2013 | 07/31/2013 | 201.00 | 5 |
| 04/02/2013 | 04/02/2013 | 4.50 | 1 |
| 03/01/2013 | 03/28/2013 | 69.75 | 5 |
| 02/21/2013 | 02/21/2013 | 5.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Ben's Branch Mine have?
Ben's Branch Mine has 120 MSHA violations on record, of which 51 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $436K.
What type of mine is Ben's Branch Mine?
Ben's Branch Mine is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Hazard, Perry County, KY. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Ben's Branch Mine?
According to MSHA records, Ben's Branch Mine has 2 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Ben's Branch Mine?
Ben's Branch Mine is operated by Locust Grove, Inc. and controlled by Edward L Clemons Estate. MSHA Mine ID: 1519638.