Key Takeaway
Big Branch No. 1 is a abandoned surface mine producing Coal, located in Hindman, Knott County, KY. It has 14 violations on record (6 S&S) and $1K in proposed penalties. Operated by R.E.K. Inc..
Big Branch No. 1
Operator: R.E.K. Inc.
Controller: Sam Kilgore
Location: Hindman, Knott County, KY
Recent Violations
View all 14 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/20/2005 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $60 |
| 09/20/2005 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $60 |
| 09/20/2005 | 77.1605(d) | S&S | ModNegligence | $107 |
| 09/20/2005 | 77.1605(d) | S&S | ModNegligence | $107 |
| 09/20/2005 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 09/07/2005 | 72.620 | S&S | ModNegligence | $144 |
| 08/15/2005 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $60 |
| 08/15/2005 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $60 |
| 08/15/2005 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $107 |
| 03/15/2005 | 72.620 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $60 |
| 03/15/2005 | 77.404(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $72 |
| 03/09/2005 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $60 |
| 03/09/2005 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $60 |
| 06/14/2004 | 77.400(d) | S&S | ModNegligence | $135 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 1 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/06/2005 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
Inspections
View all 6 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/11/2005 | 10/11/2005 | 3.50 | 1 |
| 09/22/2005 | 09/22/2005 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 08/15/2005 | 09/28/2005 | 49.00 | 1 |
| 03/01/2005 | 03/21/2005 | 44.00 | 1 |
| 11/08/2004 | 11/08/2004 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 06/07/2004 | 06/24/2004 | 61.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Big Branch No. 1 have?
Big Branch No. 1 has 14 MSHA violations on record, of which 6 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $1K.
What type of mine is Big Branch No. 1?
Big Branch No. 1 is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Hindman, Knott County, KY. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Big Branch No. 1?
According to MSHA records, Big Branch No. 1 has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Big Branch No. 1?
Big Branch No. 1 is operated by R.E.K. Inc. and controlled by Sam Kilgore. MSHA Mine ID: 1518754.