Key Takeaway
Benton Mine is a abandoned underground mine producing Metal, located in Merlin, Josephine County, OR. It has 182 violations on record (46 S&S) and $33K in proposed penalties. Operated by Dutch Mining LLC.
Benton Mine
Operator: Dutch Mining LLC
Controller: Rendata Llc; Bruce Burrow
Location: Merlin, Josephine County, OR
Recent Violations
View all 182 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/05/2009 | 49.2(a)(2) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 01/12/2009 | 49.2(a)(2) | S&S | ModNegligence | $555 |
| 06/17/2008 | 57.6202(a)(5) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/17/2008 | 57.6202(a)(4) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 04/17/2008 | 57.13021 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/17/2008 | 57.12030 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/17/2008 | 57.11002 | S&S | ModNegligence | $392 |
| 04/17/2008 | 57.12025 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/17/2008 | 57.12034 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/16/2008 | 57.5060(b) | S&S | HighNegligence | $585 |
| 04/16/2008 | 62.130(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/16/2008 | 57.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/16/2008 | 57.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/16/2008 | 57.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/15/2008 | 57.9301 | S&S | ModNegligence | $392 |
| 04/10/2008 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 04/10/2008 | 57.12004 | S&S | ModNegligence | $971 |
| 04/10/2008 | 57.14132(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $392 |
| 04/10/2008 | 57.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/10/2008 | 57.4201(a)(5) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 11 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/03/2007 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 11/27/2007 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 25d restricted |
| 11/22/2007 | FALL OF FACE/RIB/PILLAR/SIDE/HIGHWALL | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 13d restricted |
| 11/12/2007 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 8d lost |
| 09/25/2007 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/28/2007 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 50d lost |
| 07/12/2007 | MACHINERY | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 4d lost, 4d restricted |
| 01/16/2007 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 12/20/2006 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 05/03/2005 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 38 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/13/2009 | 08/13/2009 | 2.25 | 1 |
| 04/27/2009 | 04/28/2009 | 19.50 | 1 |
| 02/02/2009 | 02/05/2009 | 22.50 | 2 |
| 01/12/2009 | 01/12/2009 | 6.75 | 1 |
| 10/27/2008 | 10/29/2008 | 28.50 | 1 |
| 08/11/2008 | 08/25/2008 | 34.50 | 2 |
| 06/16/2008 | 06/17/2008 | 25.25 | 1 |
| 05/28/2008 | 05/28/2008 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 05/05/2008 | 05/12/2008 | 2.50 | 1 |
| 04/07/2008 | 04/17/2008 | 217.75 | 2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Benton Mine have?
Benton Mine has 182 MSHA violations on record, of which 46 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $33K.
What type of mine is Benton Mine?
Benton Mine is a Underground mine producing Metal, located in Merlin, Josephine County, OR. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Benton Mine?
According to MSHA records, Benton Mine has 11 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Benton Mine?
Benton Mine is operated by Dutch Mining LLC and controlled by Rendata Llc; Bruce Burrow. MSHA Mine ID: 3503405.