Key Takeaway
Cobra No 1 is a active surface mine producing Coal, located in Barton, Allegany County, MD. It has 58 violations on record (21 S&S) and $8K in proposed penalties. Operated by Cobra Mining Inc.
Cobra No 1
Operator: Cobra Mining Inc
Controller: Jason A Kitzmiller
Location: Barton, Allegany County, MD
Employees: 14
Recent Violations
View all 58 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/14/2025 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/29/2025 | 71.206(c)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 05/16/2025 | 77.205(e) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/25/2025 | 77.1606(c) | S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 02/25/2025 | 77.1605(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 04/16/2024 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 04/16/2024 | 77.410(a)(1) | S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 04/16/2024 | 48.31(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 04/16/2024 | 48.31(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $164 |
| 04/09/2024 | 77.208(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 04/04/2024 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 04/04/2024 | 77.208(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 04/04/2024 | 77.402 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 03/19/2024 | 77.1200 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 02/21/2024 | 77.400(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 02/21/2024 | 77.1605(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 06/08/2022 | 77.410(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 06/08/2022 | 62.130(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 11/02/2021 | 77.404(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $729 |
| 06/08/2021 | 77.410(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $125 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 2 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/02/2021 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 07/21/2004 | POWERED HAULAGE | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 100d lost, 122d restricted |
Inspections
View all 93 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/06/2025 | 10/15/2025 | 43.00 | 1 |
| 07/29/2025 | 09/29/2025 | 7.25 | 1 |
| 07/10/2025 | 07/10/2025 | 3.25 | 1 |
| 05/02/2025 | 05/19/2025 | 35.25 | 2 |
| 02/24/2025 | 03/04/2025 | 32.75 | 2 |
| 05/22/2024 | 05/22/2024 | 3.50 | 1 |
| 04/04/2024 | 05/02/2024 | 41.50 | 1 |
| 02/21/2024 | 03/19/2024 | 67.75 | 3 |
| 09/20/2023 | 09/20/2023 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 07/05/2023 | 08/01/2023 | 25.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
Related Mines
Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Cobra No 1 have?
Cobra No 1 has 58 MSHA violations on record, of which 21 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $8K.
What type of mine is Cobra No 1?
Cobra No 1 is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Barton, Allegany County, MD. It currently has 14 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Cobra No 1?
According to MSHA records, Cobra No 1 has 2 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Cobra No 1?
Cobra No 1 is operated by Cobra Mining Inc and controlled by Jason A Kitzmiller. MSHA Mine ID: 1800529.