Key Takeaway
Columbus Project is a abandoned surface mine producing Metal, located in Tonopah, Nye County, NV. It has 105 violations on record (31 S&S) and $26K in proposed penalties. Operated by Columbus SM LLC.
Columbus Project
Operator: Columbus SM LLC
Controller: Ireland Inc
Location: Tonopah, Nye County, NV
Recent Violations
View all 105 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/30/2019 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 11/01/2017 | 56.11002 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $148 |
| 11/01/2017 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $116 |
| 11/01/2017 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $492 |
| 11/01/2017 | 56.14108 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $116 |
| 11/01/2017 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $116 |
| 11/01/2017 | 47.44(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $220 |
| 11/01/2017 | 56.4200(b)(2) | S&S | ModNegligence | $734 |
| 11/01/2017 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $492 |
| 08/02/2017 | 56.4130(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $148 |
| 08/02/2017 | 56.12030 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $220 |
| 08/02/2017 | 56.4601 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $220 |
| 08/02/2017 | 56.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $220 |
| 02/13/2017 | 56.14100(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 02/08/2017 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $148 |
| 02/08/2017 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 02/08/2017 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $148 |
| 04/20/2016 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/19/2016 | 56.14115(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/19/2016 | 56.4104(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 8 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/24/2015 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 1d lost, 4d restricted |
| 04/15/2015 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/26/2013 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 65d lost, 14d restricted |
| 10/13/2010 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 08/20/2010 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 10d lost |
| 06/23/2010 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 03/25/2010 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/18/2008 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 30d lost |
Inspections
View all 38 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/16/2019 | 10/21/2019 | 16.00 | 1 |
| 04/30/2019 | 04/30/2019 | 11.75 | 1 |
| 08/29/2018 | 09/04/2018 | 6.25 | 1 |
| 11/14/2017 | 11/14/2017 | 3.25 | 1 |
| 11/01/2017 | 11/01/2017 | 23.75 | 2 |
| 08/07/2017 | 08/07/2017 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 08/02/2017 | 08/03/2017 | 14.25 | 1 |
| 02/08/2017 | 02/13/2017 | 14.00 | 1 |
| 04/19/2016 | 04/20/2016 | 41.00 | 1 |
| 11/09/2015 | 11/09/2015 | 4.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Columbus Project have?
Columbus Project has 105 MSHA violations on record, of which 31 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $26K.
What type of mine is Columbus Project?
Columbus Project is a Surface mine producing Metal, located in Tonopah, Nye County, NV. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Columbus Project?
According to MSHA records, Columbus Project has 8 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Columbus Project?
Columbus Project is operated by Columbus SM LLC and controlled by Ireland Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 2601674.