Blue Creek Mine No. 1
Active
Underground
Coal
Operator: Warrior Met Coal BC, LLC
Controller: Warrior Met Coal Intermediate Holdco LLC
Location: Berry, Alabama, Tuscaloosa County, AL
Employees: 188
737
Violations
178
S&S Violations
25
Accidents
$374K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 737 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/05/2026 | 75.202(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 03/03/2026 | 75.220(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 03/02/2026 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/27/2026 | 75.1433(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/27/2026 | 77.513 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/27/2026 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/26/2026 | 75.220(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/26/2026 | 75.1107-16(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/26/2026 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/26/2026 | 75.202(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/26/2026 | 75.202(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/26/2026 | 75.364(h) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/26/2026 | 75.333(d)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/26/2026 | 75.370(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/26/2026 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/24/2026 | 75.380(d)(7)(iv) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/24/2026 | 75.1101-7(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/24/2026 | 75.220(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/19/2026 | 75.202(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/19/2026 | 75.202(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 25 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/11/2026 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 12/20/2025 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 11/21/2025 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 10/29/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 50d restricted |
| 10/16/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/29/2025 | EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 56d lost, 5d restricted |
| 08/28/2025 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 107d lost |
| 07/23/2025 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 03/24/2025 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 10d restricted |
| 03/08/2025 | ELECTRICAL | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
Inspections
View all 93 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/03/2026 | 03/03/2026 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 02/26/2026 | 02/26/2026 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 02/23/2026 | 02/23/2026 | 8.50 | 1 |
| 02/17/2026 | 02/18/2026 | 2.50 | 1 |
| 02/17/2026 | 02/17/2026 | 5.50 | 1 |
| 02/17/2026 | 02/23/2026 | 18.50 | 1 |
| 02/12/2026 | 02/12/2026 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 02/10/2026 | 02/10/2026 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 02/09/2026 | 03/03/2026 | 65.00 | 1 |
| 02/04/2026 | 02/26/2026 | 69.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID0103448
Mine TypeUnderground
StatusActive
CommodityCoal
SIC DescriptionCoal (Bituminous)
Employees188
Days/Week7.0
Hours/Shift12.0
Coordinates33.5925000, -87.4372220
Nearest TownBerry, Alabama
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Blue Creek Mine No. 1 have?
Blue Creek Mine No. 1 has 737 MSHA violations on record, of which 178 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $374K.
What type of mine is Blue Creek Mine No. 1?
Blue Creek Mine No. 1 is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Berry, Alabama, Tuscaloosa County, AL. It currently has 188 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Blue Creek Mine No. 1?
According to MSHA records, Blue Creek Mine No. 1 has 25 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Blue Creek Mine No. 1?
Blue Creek Mine No. 1 is operated by Warrior Met Coal BC, LLC and controlled by Warrior Met Coal Intermediate Holdco LLC. MSHA Mine ID: 0103448.