Key Takeaway
Bull Branch Mine is a abandoned and sealed underground mine producing Coal, located in TEJAY, Bell County, KY. It has 193 violations on record (43 S&S) and $32K in proposed penalties. Operated by TENNCO INC..
Bull Branch Mine
Operator: TENNCO INC.
Controller: Jack Stump; Michael Runyon
Location: TEJAY, Bell County, KY
Recent Violations
View all 193 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/03/2024 | 75.1711-2 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 11/27/2023 | 75.370(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 11/13/2023 | 75.1403-10(l) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 11/03/2023 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 11/03/2023 | 75.402 | S&S | ModNegligence | $346 |
| 10/27/2023 | 77.1606(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $167 |
| 10/26/2023 | 75.362(g)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 10/26/2023 | 75.370(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 10/20/2023 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 10/20/2023 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $252 |
| 10/18/2023 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 10/18/2023 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 10/17/2023 | 75.606 | S&S | ModNegligence | $318 |
| 10/17/2023 | 75.606 | S&S | ModNegligence | $318 |
| 10/17/2023 | 75.606 | S&S | ModNegligence | $318 |
| 10/17/2023 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 10/17/2023 | 75.1722(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $318 |
| 10/17/2023 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 10/12/2023 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 10/12/2023 | 75.1106-3(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 1 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/15/2019 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 40d lost |
Inspections
View all 48 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/03/2024 | 07/10/2024 | 20.00 | 1 |
| 06/05/2024 | 07/03/2024 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 05/07/2024 | 05/07/2024 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 04/02/2024 | 04/09/2024 | 7.50 | 1 |
| 03/27/2024 | 03/28/2024 | 11.50 | 1 |
| 01/02/2024 | 02/22/2024 | 50.00 | 2 |
| 12/26/2023 | 12/26/2023 | 10.50 | 1 |
| 12/07/2023 | 12/11/2023 | 18.00 | 1 |
| 10/02/2023 | 10/02/2023 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 10/02/2023 | 11/29/2023 | 256.50 | 6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Bull Branch Mine have?
Bull Branch Mine has 193 MSHA violations on record, of which 43 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $32K.
What type of mine is Bull Branch Mine?
Bull Branch Mine is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in TEJAY, Bell County, KY. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Bull Branch Mine?
According to MSHA records, Bull Branch Mine has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Bull Branch Mine?
Bull Branch Mine is operated by TENNCO INC. and controlled by Jack Stump; Michael Runyon. MSHA Mine ID: 1519848.