Cortez District
Active
Surface
Metal
Operator: Nevada Gold Mines LLC
Controller: Barrick Nevada Holding LLC; Newmont USA Limited
Location: Crescent valley, Lander County, NV
Employees: 974
1,422
Violations
286
S&S Violations
472
Accidents
$1.1M
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 1,422 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/04/2026 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 03/04/2026 | 56.14111(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 03/04/2026 | 56.11027 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 03/04/2026 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 03/04/2026 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 03/04/2026 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 03/04/2026 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 03/04/2026 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 03/04/2026 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 03/04/2026 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 03/03/2026 | 56.4104(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 08/06/2025 | 56.9315 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $267 |
| 07/01/2025 | 56.4102 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $209 |
| 06/26/2025 | 56.16003 | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,550 |
| 06/26/2025 | 56.13012 | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,968 |
| 06/26/2025 | 56.4430(b)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/26/2025 | 56.15001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $209 |
| 06/25/2025 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $267 |
| 06/25/2025 | 56.14132(b)(1)(i) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 06/18/2025 | 47.42 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 472 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/27/2026 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 11/09/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 10/18/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 10/18/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 09/16/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 09/15/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 3d lost |
| 09/04/2025 | MACHINERY | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 16d restricted |
| 08/05/2025 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 08/01/2025 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 07/29/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 32d restricted |
Inspections
View all 267 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/02/2026 | 38.50 | 1 | |
| 02/05/2026 | 02/10/2026 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 12/31/2025 | 12/31/2025 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 10/16/2025 | 10/17/2025 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 09/09/2025 | 09/11/2025 | 28.00 | 1 |
| 08/21/2025 | 08/22/2025 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 08/06/2025 | 08/06/2025 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 07/14/2025 | 07/25/2025 | 18.50 | 2 |
| 06/23/2025 | 07/02/2025 | 17.75 | 2 |
| 06/17/2025 | 07/03/2025 | 105.75 | 3 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID2600827
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommodityMetal
SIC DescriptionGold Ore
Employees974
Days/Week7.0
Hours/Shift12.0
Coordinates40.1925000, -116.6236110
Nearest TownCrescent valley
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Cortez District have?
Cortez District has 1422 MSHA violations on record, of which 286 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $1.1M.
What type of mine is Cortez District?
Cortez District is a Surface mine producing Metal, located in Crescent valley, Lander County, NV. It currently has 974 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Cortez District?
According to MSHA records, Cortez District has 472 reported accident/injury records and 1 fatalities on file.
Who operates Cortez District?
Cortez District is operated by Nevada Gold Mines LLC and controlled by Barrick Nevada Holding LLC; Newmont USA Limited. MSHA Mine ID: 2600827.