Key Takeaway
Buck Mountain Stripping is a active surface mine producing Coal, located in Minersville, Schuylkill County, PA. It has 4 violations on record (1 S&S) and $658 in proposed penalties. Operated by S & J Coal Mine.
Buck Mountain Stripping
Operator: S & J Coal Mine
Controller: Kerry Harris
Location: Minersville, Schuylkill County, PA
Employees: 2
Recent Violations
View all 4 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/27/2025 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 05/28/2024 | 77.1605(k) | S&S | ModNegligence | $221 |
| 09/25/2023 | 71.400 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 09/25/2023 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
Inspections
View all 10 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/02/2025 | 10/28/2025 | 38.00 | 1 |
| 05/15/2025 | 06/17/2025 | 35.00 | 1 |
| 11/04/2024 | 11/18/2024 | 21.00 | 1 |
| 05/28/2024 | 06/27/2024 | 24.50 | 1 |
| 11/21/2023 | 11/30/2023 | 36.00 | 1 |
| 10/12/2023 | 10/12/2023 | 2.50 | 1 |
| 09/25/2023 | 09/26/2023 | 24.00 | 1 |
| 05/22/2023 | 05/23/2023 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 02/22/2023 | 02/22/2023 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 06/30/2022 | 08/29/2022 | 13.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Buck Mountain Stripping have?
Buck Mountain Stripping has 4 MSHA violations on record, of which 1 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $658.
What type of mine is Buck Mountain Stripping?
Buck Mountain Stripping is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Minersville, Schuylkill County, PA. It currently has 2 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Buck Mountain Stripping?
According to MSHA records, Buck Mountain Stripping has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Buck Mountain Stripping?
Buck Mountain Stripping is operated by S & J Coal Mine and controlled by Kerry Harris. MSHA Mine ID: 3610382.