Cortez District-Underground
Active
Underground
Metal
Operator: Nevada Gold Mines LLC
Controller: Barrick Nevada Holding LLC; Newmont USA Limited
Location: Cresent Valley, Eureka County, NV
Employees: 360
757
Violations
107
S&S Violations
85
Accidents
$769K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 757 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/19/2026 | 57.4102 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/19/2026 | 57.4102 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/18/2026 | 57.12034 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/18/2026 | 57.3360 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/17/2026 | 57.8528 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/17/2026 | 57.3360 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/11/2026 | 57.12032 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/11/2026 | 57.3200 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/10/2026 | 57.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/10/2026 | 57.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/05/2026 | 57.20003(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 12/15/2025 | 57.4360(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $432 |
| 12/15/2025 | 57.11001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $288 |
| 12/10/2025 | 57.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $288 |
| 12/10/2025 | 57.4360(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $288 |
| 12/09/2025 | 57.4104(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $432 |
| 12/09/2025 | 57.4104(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $432 |
| 12/09/2025 | 57.4201(a)(5) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $193 |
| 12/08/2025 | 57.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $432 |
| 12/02/2025 | 57.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 85 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/23/2025 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 7d restricted |
| 05/27/2025 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 10/01/2024 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 05/09/2024 | POWERED HAULAGE | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 12/24/2023 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 207d lost |
| 08/25/2023 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/15/2023 | STRIKING OR BUMPING | ALL OTHER CASES (INCL 1ST AID) | None |
| 05/22/2023 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 05/22/2023 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 01/30/2023 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 165 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/05/2026 | 58.50 | 2 | |
| 12/22/2025 | 12/22/2025 | 16.00 | 1 |
| 12/01/2025 | 12/02/2025 | 17.00 | 1 |
| 12/01/2025 | 12/15/2025 | 90.00 | 2 |
| 07/08/2025 | 07/22/2025 | 130.00 | 2 |
| 06/23/2025 | 06/26/2025 | 24.00 | 1 |
| 06/09/2025 | 07/02/2025 | 34.75 | 1 |
| 05/27/2025 | 06/03/2025 | 24.50 | 1 |
| 04/29/2025 | 04/29/2025 | 8.50 | 1 |
| 04/02/2025 | 04/21/2025 | 134.00 | 2 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID2602573
Mine TypeUnderground
StatusActive
CommodityMetal
SIC DescriptionGold Ore
Employees360
Days/Week7.0
Hours/Shift12.0
Coordinates40.2005560, -116.6191670
Nearest TownCresent Valley
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Cortez District-Underground have?
Cortez District-Underground has 757 MSHA violations on record, of which 107 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $769K.
What type of mine is Cortez District-Underground?
Cortez District-Underground is a Underground mine producing Metal, located in Cresent Valley, Eureka County, NV. It currently has 360 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Cortez District-Underground?
According to MSHA records, Cortez District-Underground has 85 reported accident/injury records and 1 fatalities on file.
Who operates Cortez District-Underground?
Cortez District-Underground is operated by Nevada Gold Mines LLC and controlled by Barrick Nevada Holding LLC; Newmont USA Limited. MSHA Mine ID: 2602573.