Key Takeaway
Brimstone Mine #1 is a abandoned and sealed underground mine producing Coal, located in Kite, Knott County, KY. It has 84 violations on record (28 S&S) and $30K in proposed penalties. Operated by Knott County Mining Company.
Brimstone Mine #1
Operator: Knott County Mining Company
Controller: Horizon Natural Resources Incorporated
Location: Kite, Knott County, KY
Recent Violations
View all 84 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/29/2002 | 75.220(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $22,000 |
| 04/30/2002 | 75.220(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $207 |
| 04/23/2002 | 75.360(e) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 03/28/2002 | 75.403 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 02/28/2002 | 75.512 | S&S | ModNegligence | $161 |
| 02/28/2002 | 75.515 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 02/20/2002 | 75.220(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $161 |
| 02/19/2002 | 75.208 | S&S | ModNegligence | $161 |
| 02/19/2002 | 75.1725(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $161 |
| 02/19/2002 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 02/19/2002 | 75.604(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $161 |
| 02/19/2002 | 75.1722(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 02/19/2002 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 02/19/2002 | 75.1725(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $161 |
| 02/19/2002 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 02/19/2002 | 75.604(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 02/19/2002 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 02/19/2002 | 75.907 | S&S | ModNegligence | $161 |
| 02/18/2002 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 12/06/2001 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 9 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/18/2002 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | FATALITY | Fatal |
| 01/18/2002 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 251d lost |
| 01/13/2002 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 379d lost |
| 02/03/2001 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 09/27/2000 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 26d lost |
| 08/26/2000 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 08/25/2000 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 08/18/2000 | POWERED HAULAGE | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/02/2000 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
Inspections
View all 56 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/14/2002 | 09/09/2002 | 10.50 | 1 |
| 04/22/2002 | 06/20/2002 | 19.50 | 1 |
| 03/28/2002 | 03/29/2002 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 03/26/2002 | 03/27/2002 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 03/04/2002 | 03/20/2002 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 03/04/2002 | 03/21/2002 | 13.50 | 1 |
| 02/18/2002 | 09/17/2002 | 215.50 | 3 |
| 02/18/2002 | 02/28/2002 | 49.00 | 2 |
| 02/06/2002 | 03/13/2002 | 84.50 | 2 |
| 02/06/2002 | 02/13/2002 | 12.25 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Brimstone Mine #1 have?
Brimstone Mine #1 has 84 MSHA violations on record, of which 28 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $30K.
What type of mine is Brimstone Mine #1?
Brimstone Mine #1 is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Kite, Knott County, KY. It currently has employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Brimstone Mine #1?
According to MSHA records, Brimstone Mine #1 has 9 reported accident/injury records and 1 fatalities on file.
Who operates Brimstone Mine #1?
Brimstone Mine #1 is operated by Knott County Mining Company and controlled by Horizon Natural Resources Incorporated. MSHA Mine ID: 1516893.