Key Takeaway
Copperton Concentrator is a active facility mine producing Metal, located in Bingham Canyon, Salt Lake County, UT. It has 1,662 violations on record (227 S&S) and $1.1M in proposed penalties. Operated by Rio Tinto Kennecott Copper.
Copperton Concentrator
Operator: Rio Tinto Kennecott Copper
Controller: Rio Tinto Group
Location: Bingham Canyon, Salt Lake County, UT
Employees: 233
Recent Violations
View all 1,662 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/13/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/13/2025 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/05/2025 | 56.14130(i) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 11/05/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $366 |
| 11/05/2025 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 11/05/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 11/05/2025 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/05/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $288 |
| 11/05/2025 | 56.4011 | S&S | ModNegligence | $2,133 |
| 11/04/2025 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $193 |
| 11/04/2025 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $193 |
| 11/04/2025 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $193 |
| 11/04/2025 | 56.13021 | S&S | ModNegligence | $336 |
| 11/04/2025 | 56.20003(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,037 |
| 11/04/2025 | 56.16005 | S&S | ModNegligence | $642 |
| 11/04/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/04/2025 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/03/2025 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/03/2025 | 56.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/03/2025 | 56.17001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 158 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/18/2025 | EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/15/2025 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/30/2025 | OTHER | INJURIES DUE TO NATURAL CAUSES | None |
| 06/13/2024 | ELECTRICAL | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 19d lost, 17d restricted |
| 05/14/2024 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 05/30/2023 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 02/03/2023 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 05/18/2022 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 96d restricted |
| 03/09/2022 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 03/08/2022 | POWERED HAULAGE | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 163 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/03/2026 | 0.00 | 0 | |
| 01/05/2026 | 01/20/2026 | 28.25 | 1 |
| 10/01/2025 | 11/20/2025 | 368.50 | 5 |
| 10/01/2025 | 11/28/2025 | 2.50 | 1 |
| 08/25/2025 | 08/25/2025 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 07/14/2025 | 07/16/2025 | 19.25 | 1 |
| 07/14/2025 | 07/15/2025 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 06/30/2025 | 07/30/2025 | 26.75 | 1 |
| 06/22/2025 | 07/02/2025 | 261.25 | 5 |
| 04/15/2025 | 04/18/2025 | 25.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Copperton Concentrator have?
Copperton Concentrator has 1662 MSHA violations on record, of which 227 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $1.1M.
What type of mine is Copperton Concentrator?
Copperton Concentrator is a Facility mine producing Metal, located in Bingham Canyon, Salt Lake County, UT. It currently has 233 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Copperton Concentrator?
According to MSHA records, Copperton Concentrator has 158 reported accident/injury records and 1 fatalities on file.
Who operates Copperton Concentrator?
Copperton Concentrator is operated by Rio Tinto Kennecott Copper and controlled by Rio Tinto Group. MSHA Mine ID: 4201996.