Key Takeaway
Bevins Branch Preparation Plant is a nonproducing facility mine producing Coal, located in Kimper, Pike County, KY. It has 980 violations on record (400 S&S) and $357K in proposed penalties. Operated by McCoy Elkhorn Coal Co..
Bevins Branch Preparation Plant
Operator: McCoy Elkhorn Coal Co.
Controller: American Resources Corporation
Location: Kimper, Pike County, KY
Employees: 2
Recent Violations
View all 980 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/22/2025 | 77.216-3(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/12/2024 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 09/09/2024 | 77.216-3(a)(1) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 05/29/2024 | 77.216-3(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $164 |
| 10/17/2023 | 71.206(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $271 |
| 10/17/2023 | 71.206(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $271 |
| 10/17/2023 | 71.209(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 10/17/2023 | 71.209(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 08/22/2023 | 77.1713(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 08/22/2023 | 77.216-3(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 04/25/2023 | 77.410(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 04/25/2023 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 04/25/2023 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 04/25/2023 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 04/25/2023 | 77.410(c) | S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 04/25/2023 | 77.205(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 04/25/2023 | 77.205(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 04/25/2023 | 77.1607(cc) | S&S | ModNegligence | $182 |
| 04/25/2023 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 04/25/2023 | 77.400(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $182 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 21 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/07/2018 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 01/21/2018 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/10/2017 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 220d lost |
| 07/15/2016 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 82d lost |
| 06/13/2013 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 01/28/2013 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 5d lost, 4d restricted |
| 03/11/2012 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/05/2011 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 12/04/2008 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 120d lost |
| 07/01/2008 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 10d restricted |
Inspections
View all 252 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/20/2026 | 02/13/2026 | 56.00 | 2 |
| 11/18/2025 | 11/24/2025 | 32.00 | 1 |
| 07/21/2025 | 08/20/2025 | 43.00 | 1 |
| 04/01/2025 | 07/11/2025 | 40.00 | 2 |
| 10/02/2024 | 02/25/2025 | 65.50 | 2 |
| 08/27/2024 | 08/27/2024 | 1.00 | 1 |
| 04/24/2024 | 09/19/2024 | 70.50 | 2 |
| 11/27/2023 | 03/22/2024 | 62.00 | 2 |
| 10/17/2023 | 10/17/2023 | 5.50 | 1 |
| 04/03/2023 | 09/26/2023 | 160.75 | 4 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Bevins Branch Preparation Plant have?
Bevins Branch Preparation Plant has 980 MSHA violations on record, of which 400 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $357K.
What type of mine is Bevins Branch Preparation Plant?
Bevins Branch Preparation Plant is a Facility mine producing Coal, located in Kimper, Pike County, KY. It currently has 2 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Bevins Branch Preparation Plant?
According to MSHA records, Bevins Branch Preparation Plant has 21 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Bevins Branch Preparation Plant?
Bevins Branch Preparation Plant is operated by McCoy Elkhorn Coal Co. and controlled by American Resources Corporation. MSHA Mine ID: 1510445.