Key Takeaway
Buffalo Valley Resources LLC is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in Olive Hil, Carter County, KY. It has 60 violations on record (15 S&S) and $13K in proposed penalties. Operated by Buffalo Valley Resources LLC.
Buffalo Valley Resources LLC
Operator: Buffalo Valley Resources LLC
Controller: Jeff Kinser; Frank Lusher; Greg Lusher; Mike Kitchen
Location: Olive Hil, Carter County, KY
Employees: 15
Recent Violations
View all 60 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/11/2026 | 56.4201(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/11/2026 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/10/2026 | 56.4430(a)(4) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/05/2026 | 56.14100(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/03/2026 | 56.14100(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/03/2026 | 56.4102 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 04/28/2025 | 56.14103(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 04/23/2025 | 56.4102 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 04/23/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 04/09/2025 | 56.4201(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 04/09/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 04/09/2025 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 04/09/2025 | 56.12026 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 04/09/2025 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,126 |
| 11/18/2024 | 56.4201(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 11/18/2024 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $280 |
| 11/18/2024 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 11/18/2024 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 05/22/2024 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 05/21/2024 | 56.4203 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
Inspections
View all 18 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/26/2026 | 02/11/2026 | 81.25 | 1 |
| 07/14/2025 | 07/14/2025 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 04/07/2025 | 05/21/2025 | 146.50 | 3 |
| 11/12/2024 | 11/21/2024 | 66.00 | 1 |
| 05/21/2024 | 05/22/2024 | 1.50 | 1 |
| 05/06/2024 | 05/07/2024 | 9.00 | 1 |
| 05/06/2024 | 05/23/2024 | 24.75 | 1 |
| 02/12/2024 | 02/16/2024 | 25.50 | 1 |
| 09/05/2023 | 09/18/2023 | 26.50 | 1 |
| 02/28/2023 | 03/01/2023 | 20.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Buffalo Valley Resources LLC have?
Buffalo Valley Resources LLC has 60 MSHA violations on record, of which 15 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $13K.
What type of mine is Buffalo Valley Resources LLC?
Buffalo Valley Resources LLC is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Olive Hil, Carter County, KY. It currently has 15 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Buffalo Valley Resources LLC?
According to MSHA records, Buffalo Valley Resources LLC has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Buffalo Valley Resources LLC?
Buffalo Valley Resources LLC is operated by Buffalo Valley Resources LLC and controlled by Jeff Kinser; Frank Lusher; Greg Lusher; Mike Kitchen. MSHA Mine ID: 1519849.