Key Takeaway
Buck Creek No. 1 is a abandoned surface mine producing Coal, located in Deane, Letcher County, KY. It has 235 violations on record (88 S&S) and $43K in proposed penalties. Operated by Sapphire Coal Company.
Buck Creek No. 1
Operator: Sapphire Coal Company
Controller: Metinvest B V
Location: Deane, Letcher County, KY
Recent Violations
View all 235 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/04/2010 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $392 |
| 06/04/2010 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $108 |
| 05/20/2010 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $392 |
| 05/18/2010 | 48.29(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 05/18/2010 | 77.1703 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 05/14/2010 | 77.1605(k) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $162 |
| 01/19/2010 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $362 |
| 01/19/2010 | 77.1001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $585 |
| 01/19/2010 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $540 |
| 01/19/2010 | 77.1606(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $117 |
| 01/19/2010 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,795 |
| 01/14/2010 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $117 |
| 01/11/2010 | 77.205(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $207 |
| 01/11/2010 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $2,106 |
| 12/23/2009 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $285 |
| 12/23/2009 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 12/10/2009 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $308 |
| 12/10/2009 | 77.404 | S&S | ModNegligence | $224 |
| 12/10/2009 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $224 |
| 12/10/2009 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $224 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 5 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/01/2007 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 9d lost |
| 09/22/2004 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 25d lost |
| 05/04/2004 | FIRE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 8d lost |
| 03/05/2004 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 162d lost |
| 06/29/2000 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 55d lost |
Inspections
View all 67 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/05/2011 | 01/31/2011 | 8.50 | 2 |
| 04/23/2010 | 06/14/2010 | 56.75 | 3 |
| 03/09/2010 | 04/14/2010 | 15.50 | 1 |
| 12/04/2009 | 02/16/2010 | 113.75 | 6 |
| 09/28/2009 | 10/08/2009 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 09/10/2009 | 09/29/2009 | 17.50 | 1 |
| 07/06/2009 | 08/31/2009 | 102.50 | 4 |
| 03/16/2009 | 03/18/2009 | 19.00 | 3 |
| 12/18/2008 | 03/13/2009 | 95.75 | 3 |
| 12/18/2008 | 12/23/2008 | 31.25 | 2 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Buck Creek No. 1 have?
Buck Creek No. 1 has 235 MSHA violations on record, of which 88 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $43K.
What type of mine is Buck Creek No. 1?
Buck Creek No. 1 is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Deane, Letcher County, KY. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Buck Creek No. 1?
According to MSHA records, Buck Creek No. 1 has 5 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Buck Creek No. 1?
Buck Creek No. 1 is operated by Sapphire Coal Company and controlled by Metinvest B V. MSHA Mine ID: 1516812.