Key Takeaway
Empire Mine is a active surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Empire, Pershing County, NV. It has 197 violations on record (48 S&S) and $120K in proposed penalties. Operated by Empire Mining Co., LLC.
Empire Mine
Operator: Empire Mining Co., LLC
Controller: Gatehouse Partners LLC
Location: Empire, Pershing County, NV
Employees: 40
Recent Violations
View all 197 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/15/2026 | 56.6101(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/15/2026 | 56.6101(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/15/2026 | 56.6132(a)(4) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/15/2026 | 56.6132(a)(4) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/15/2026 | 56.18002 | S&S | ModNegligence | $592 |
| 01/14/2026 | 56.4130(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $313 |
| 01/14/2026 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $313 |
| 01/14/2026 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $2,312 |
| 01/14/2026 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $2,312 |
| 01/14/2026 | 56.4130(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $313 |
| 01/14/2026 | 48.31 | S&S | HighNegligence | $18,981 |
| 12/18/2025 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 05/02/2025 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 05/02/2025 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/30/2024 | 56.16006 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/30/2024 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/30/2024 | 46.7(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $168 |
| 12/27/2024 | 56.12017 | S&S | LowNegligence | $1,968 |
| 12/27/2024 | 56.4200(b)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/27/2024 | 56.18002(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,968 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 3 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/03/2017 | OTHER | INJURIES DUE TO NATURAL CAUSES | None |
| 01/18/2017 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 06/28/2007 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 71 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/12/2026 | 01/26/2026 | 43.00 | 1 |
| 04/30/2025 | 05/05/2025 | 42.50 | 1 |
| 01/17/2025 | 01/17/2025 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 12/26/2024 | 12/27/2024 | 17.75 | 1 |
| 12/26/2024 | 12/31/2024 | 38.00 | 1 |
| 06/16/2024 | 06/20/2024 | 11.00 | 1 |
| 05/05/2023 | 05/21/2023 | 32.75 | 1 |
| 01/03/2023 | 01/23/2023 | 26.00 | 2 |
| 01/03/2023 | 01/17/2023 | 18.25 | 2 |
| 10/27/2022 | 10/28/2022 | 2.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Empire Mine have?
Empire Mine has 197 MSHA violations on record, of which 48 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $120K.
What type of mine is Empire Mine?
Empire Mine is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Empire, Pershing County, NV. It currently has 40 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Empire Mine?
According to MSHA records, Empire Mine has 3 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Empire Mine?
Empire Mine is operated by Empire Mining Co., LLC and controlled by Gatehouse Partners LLC. MSHA Mine ID: 2600095.