Empire State Mines
Active
Underground
Metal
Operator: Empire State Mines LLC
Controller: Augusta Group Company
Location: Gouverneur, St Lawrence County, NY
Employees: 140
1,160
Violations
219
S&S Violations
229
Accidents
$446K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 1,160 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/27/2026 | 57.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/14/2026 | 48.7(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/14/2026 | 57.14130(g) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/14/2026 | 57.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/13/2026 | 57.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/13/2026 | 57.4200(b)(2) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/13/2026 | 57.8531(e) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/13/2026 | 57.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/13/2026 | 57.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 12/02/2025 | 57.14115(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/02/2025 | 57.14205 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/02/2025 | 57.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 12/02/2025 | 57.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $245 |
| 11/24/2025 | 57.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $245 |
| 11/18/2025 | 57.8531(e) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/18/2025 | 57.12006 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 11/18/2025 | 57.12030 | S&S | LowNegligence | $697 |
| 11/18/2025 | 57.12008 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 11/17/2025 | 49.6(b)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $313 |
| 07/30/2025 | 57.8531(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 229 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/07/2026 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 12/18/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 11/08/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 10/25/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 08/19/2025 | POWERED HAULAGE | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/11/2025 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 07/02/2025 | FIRE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 05/15/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 86d lost |
| 04/10/2025 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 235d lost |
| 08/10/2024 | INUNDATION | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
Inspections
View all 228 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/12/2026 | 01/29/2026 | 211.25 | 3 |
| 01/05/2026 | 01/05/2026 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 11/17/2025 | 12/04/2025 | 171.00 | 3 |
| 08/25/2025 | 08/25/2025 | 7.50 | 1 |
| 07/21/2025 | 08/07/2025 | 103.75 | 1 |
| 07/02/2025 | 07/23/2025 | 75.75 | 2 |
| 05/19/2025 | 05/19/2025 | 5.75 | 1 |
| 05/06/2025 | 05/06/2025 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 04/28/2025 | 04/29/2025 | 13.25 | 1 |
| 04/10/2025 | 04/18/2025 | 37.00 | 2 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID3001185
Mine TypeUnderground
StatusActive
CommodityMetal
SIC DescriptionLead-Zinc Ore
Employees140
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift10.0
Coordinates44.2650000, -75.4086110
Nearest TownGouverneur
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Empire State Mines have?
Empire State Mines has 1160 MSHA violations on record, of which 219 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $446K.
What type of mine is Empire State Mines?
Empire State Mines is a Underground mine producing Metal, located in Gouverneur, St Lawrence County, NY. It currently has 140 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Empire State Mines?
According to MSHA records, Empire State Mines has 229 reported accident/injury records and 2 fatalities on file.
Who operates Empire State Mines?
Empire State Mines is operated by Empire State Mines LLC and controlled by Augusta Group Company. MSHA Mine ID: 3001185.