Key Takeaway
Bull Branch Surface Mine is a active surface mine producing Coal, located in Phelps, Pike County, KY. It has 81 violations on record (21 S&S) and $34K in proposed penalties. Operated by Clintwood JOD, LLC.
Bull Branch Surface Mine
Operator: Clintwood JOD, LLC
Controller: JOD Holdings LLC
Location: Phelps, Pike County, KY
Employees: 28
Recent Violations
View all 81 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/04/2025 | 77.1605(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 10/28/2025 | 71.206(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $313 |
| 10/27/2025 | 77.404(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $2,503 |
| 10/20/2025 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 10/20/2025 | 77.1109(c)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $209 |
| 10/15/2025 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $209 |
| 10/07/2025 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 10/06/2025 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 10/02/2025 | 77.1605(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $818 |
| 10/02/2025 | 72.620 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $165 |
| 04/30/2025 | 77.404(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $209 |
| 04/30/2025 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 04/30/2025 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 04/30/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 04/30/2025 | 77.404(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $209 |
| 04/23/2025 | 71.206(c)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 04/23/2025 | 77.404(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $3,022 |
| 04/23/2025 | 77.404(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $1,550 |
| 04/23/2025 | 77.404(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $209 |
| 04/23/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 4 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/12/2024 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 133d lost |
| 01/11/2024 | POWERED HAULAGE | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 01/11/2024 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 69d lost |
| 11/02/2022 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 13 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/01/2025 | 12/11/2025 | 133.50 | 2 |
| 06/06/2025 | 06/06/2025 | 6.50 | 1 |
| 04/03/2025 | 05/21/2025 | 128.75 | 2 |
| 04/03/2025 | 04/23/2025 | 23.00 | 1 |
| 02/25/2025 | 02/26/2025 | 10.50 | 1 |
| 01/02/2025 | 01/02/2025 | 4.25 | 1 |
| 11/20/2024 | 01/16/2025 | 89.00 | 1 |
| 04/03/2024 | 04/04/2024 | 9.50 | 1 |
| 04/03/2024 | 04/23/2024 | 69.50 | 1 |
| 10/17/2023 | 03/18/2024 | 115.00 | 2 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Bull Branch Surface Mine have?
Bull Branch Surface Mine has 81 MSHA violations on record, of which 21 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $34K.
What type of mine is Bull Branch Surface Mine?
Bull Branch Surface Mine is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Phelps, Pike County, KY. It currently has 28 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Bull Branch Surface Mine?
According to MSHA records, Bull Branch Surface Mine has 4 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Bull Branch Surface Mine?
Bull Branch Surface Mine is operated by Clintwood JOD, LLC and controlled by JOD Holdings LLC. MSHA Mine ID: 1519905.