Key Takeaway

BOWERSTON is a active surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Bowerstown, Harrison County, OH. It has 16 violations on record (2 S&S) and $2K in proposed penalties. Operated by BOWERSTON SHALE COMPANY.

BOWERSTON

Active Surface Nonmetal

Operator: BOWERSTON SHALE COMPANY

Controller: Clay City Pipe Company

Location: Bowerstown, Harrison County, OH

Employees: 3

16
Violations
2
S&S Violations
1
Accidents
$2K
Penalties

Recent Violations

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Date Section S&S Negligence Penalty
06/01/2022 46.11(b)(3) Non-S&S ModNegligence $148
06/01/2022 56.9315 S&S ModNegligence $144
08/22/2019 56.14101(a)(2) Non-S&S ModNegligence $121
08/22/2019 56.14112(a)(2) Non-S&S LowNegligence $121
04/17/2017 56.14100(b) Non-S&S LowNegligence $116
11/13/2013 56.9100(b) Non-S&S LowNegligence $100
03/13/2012 56.14100(b) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
03/13/2012 56.14101(a)(2) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
07/07/2011 56.14207 S&S ModNegligence $100
03/10/2010 56.14107(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
03/10/2010 56.14100(b) Non-S&S LowNegligence $100
06/11/2009 56.14101(a)(2) Non-S&S LowNegligence $100
09/05/2006 56.14132(a) Non-S&S LowNegligence $60
06/30/2003 56.14100(b) Non-S&S ModNegligence $60
07/30/2002 56.14132(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $55
08/30/2001 56.4201(a)(1) Non-S&S ModNegligence $55

Accidents & Injuries

View all 1 →
Date Classification Injury Days Lost
07/30/2014 MACHINERY DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 30d lost

Inspections

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Begin End Hours Inspectors
02/09/2026 02/10/2026 11.75 1
07/15/2025 07/15/2025 1.75 1
06/20/2025 06/20/2025 10.00 1
01/25/2025 03/18/2025 9.50 1
06/28/2024 06/28/2024 8.75 1
12/01/2023 12/01/2023 7.00 1
05/31/2023 05/31/2023 10.25 1
11/17/2022 11/17/2022 10.50 1
06/01/2022 06/01/2022 17.00 1
02/28/2022 03/01/2022 22.00 1

Mine Details

MSHA Mine ID3300539
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommodityNonmetal
SIC DescriptionCommon Shale
Employees3
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift3.0
Coordinates40.4172220, -82.9072220
Nearest TownBowerstown

Frequently Asked Questions

How many MSHA violations does BOWERSTON have?

BOWERSTON has 16 MSHA violations on record, of which 2 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $2K.

What type of mine is BOWERSTON?

BOWERSTON is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Bowerstown, Harrison County, OH. It currently has 3 employees.

Has anyone been injured or killed at BOWERSTON?

According to MSHA records, BOWERSTON has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.

Who operates BOWERSTON?

BOWERSTON is operated by BOWERSTON SHALE COMPANY and controlled by Clay City Pipe Company. MSHA Mine ID: 3300539.