Key Takeaway
Cobra is a nonproducing surface mine producing Coal, located in Big Laurel, Leslie County, KY. It has 554 violations on record (240 S&S) and $130K in proposed penalties. Operated by Black Mountain Resources LLC.
Cobra
Operator: Black Mountain Resources LLC
Controller: Jesse R Sizemore; Amy R Sizemore
Location: Big Laurel, Leslie County, KY
Recent Violations
View all 554 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/25/2025 | 77.216(d) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 06/12/2025 | 77.216(d) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $168 |
| 10/21/2024 | 77.216-4(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $164 |
| 03/28/2024 | 77.205(a) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 03/21/2024 | 77.205(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $595 |
| 12/12/2023 | 77.216-3(a)(2) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 12/06/2023 | 77.216-3(a)(2) | S&S | HighNegligence | $1,970 |
| 09/13/2023 | 77.216-3(a)(1) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $346 |
| 09/13/2023 | 77.216-4(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $143 |
| 02/09/2023 | 77.216-3(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 02/03/2023 | 77.216-3(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 11/30/2022 | 77.216-4(a) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 11/30/2022 | 77.216-3(a)(1) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 11/30/2022 | 77.216(d) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 09/20/2022 | 77.216-4(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $133 |
| 09/19/2022 | 77.216-3(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 09/19/2022 | 77.216(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 01/11/2022 | 77.216-3(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 07/13/2020 | 77.216-3(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 04/23/2020 | 71.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 21 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/26/2012 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 34d lost, 16d restricted |
| 11/22/2010 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 6d restricted |
| 10/14/2010 | STRIKING OR BUMPING | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/09/2010 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 13d lost, 7d restricted |
| 09/08/2010 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/06/2009 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 25d lost |
| 02/11/2009 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 11/08/2006 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 2d restricted |
| 09/02/2004 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 29d lost |
| 08/16/2004 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 69d lost |
Inspections
View all 208 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/18/2026 | 02/19/2026 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 10/15/2025 | 10/22/2025 | 10.50 | 2 |
| 06/12/2025 | 09/03/2025 | 23.50 | 1 |
| 02/05/2025 | 02/05/2025 | 10.50 | 1 |
| 10/21/2024 | 10/21/2024 | 11.00 | 1 |
| 08/21/2024 | 08/21/2024 | 9.50 | 1 |
| 06/10/2024 | 06/10/2024 | 9.50 | 1 |
| 03/28/2024 | 03/28/2024 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 03/21/2024 | 03/21/2024 | 23.50 | 2 |
| 12/06/2023 | 12/13/2023 | 20.00 | 2 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Cobra have?
Cobra has 554 MSHA violations on record, of which 240 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $130K.
What type of mine is Cobra?
Cobra is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Big Laurel, Leslie County, KY. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Cobra?
According to MSHA records, Cobra has 21 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Cobra?
Cobra is operated by Black Mountain Resources LLC and controlled by Jesse R Sizemore; Amy R Sizemore. MSHA Mine ID: 1511835.