Key Takeaway
CHM 48 is a active surface mine producing Coal, located in Rockholds, Whitley County, KY. It has 41 violations on record (3 S&S) and $6K in proposed penalties. Operated by Contract Highwall Mining, LLC.
CHM 48
Operator: Contract Highwall Mining, LLC
Controller: F D Justice II; Greg Henzman
Location: Rockholds, Whitley County, KY
Employees: 9
Recent Violations
View all 41 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/03/2026 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 05/28/2025 | 77.400(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/12/2024 | 72.100(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 10/02/2024 | 77.208(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 10/02/2024 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 04/02/2024 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 04/02/2024 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 01/04/2024 | 77.502 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 01/04/2024 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 07/27/2023 | 77.1710(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $558 |
| 07/27/2023 | 77.1710(d) | S&S | ModNegligence | $558 |
| 10/24/2022 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $349 |
| 10/24/2022 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 10/19/2022 | 71.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 02/11/2022 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 02/11/2022 | 77.1000 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 02/03/2022 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 02/03/2022 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 01/25/2022 | 77.1000 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 01/25/2022 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 1 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/21/2019 | EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 35d lost |
Inspections
View all 34 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/03/2026 | 0.00 | 0 | |
| 05/08/2025 | 06/23/2025 | 68.00 | 4 |
| 03/03/2025 | 03/03/2025 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 11/12/2024 | 11/14/2024 | 8.25 | 1 |
| 10/01/2024 | 10/09/2024 | 29.00 | 2 |
| 05/22/2024 | 05/22/2024 | 2.25 | 1 |
| 04/01/2024 | 04/05/2024 | 40.25 | 1 |
| 10/13/2023 | 01/05/2024 | 41.50 | 1 |
| 07/27/2023 | 07/27/2023 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 07/27/2023 | 07/27/2023 | 0.75 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does CHM 48 have?
CHM 48 has 41 MSHA violations on record, of which 3 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $6K.
What type of mine is CHM 48?
CHM 48 is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Rockholds, Whitley County, KY. It currently has 9 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at CHM 48?
According to MSHA records, CHM 48 has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates CHM 48?
CHM 48 is operated by Contract Highwall Mining, LLC and controlled by F D Justice II; Greg Henzman. MSHA Mine ID: 1519819.