Key Takeaway

Fishtrap is a active surface mine producing Coal, located in Adamsville, Jefferson County, AL. It has 148 violations on record (43 S&S) and $45K in proposed penalties. Operated by Highland Energy, Inc..

Fishtrap

Active Surface Coal

Operator: Highland Energy, Inc.

Controller: Otis R Robison Jr

Location: Adamsville, Jefferson County, AL

Employees: 3

148
Violations
43
S&S Violations
14
Accidents
$45K
Penalties

Recent Violations

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Date Section S&S Negligence Penalty
12/10/2025 71.206(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $151
09/15/2025 77.216(d) Non-S&S ModNegligence $0
09/15/2025 77.216-4(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $151
08/17/2025 71.206(a) Non-S&S HighNegligence $177
04/08/2025 77.1110 Non-S&S LowNegligence $151
04/08/2025 77.1606(c) Non-S&S LowNegligence $151
04/08/2025 77.1606(c) Non-S&S LowNegligence $151
01/24/2025 77.216-1 Non-S&S LowNegligence $168
01/24/2025 77.216-3(a)(1) Non-S&S LowNegligence $168
12/26/2024 71.206(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $151
04/22/2024 77.1606(c) Non-S&S LowNegligence $147
04/22/2024 50.30(a) Non-S&S HighNegligence $305
03/14/2024 77.1110 Non-S&S LowNegligence $147
12/27/2023 77.410(a)(1) S&S ModNegligence $2,253
12/19/2023 77.1110 Non-S&S ModNegligence $453
12/19/2023 77.205(a) S&S HighNegligence $7,481
12/19/2023 77.1000 S&S ModNegligence $2,862
12/19/2023 71.209(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $453
12/19/2023 77.1713(c) Non-S&S ModNegligence $453
10/25/2023 77.1607(i) S&S ModNegligence $2,182

Accidents & Injuries

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Date Classification Injury Days Lost
01/27/2015 HANDLING OF MATERIALS DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY 8d restricted
03/29/2014 HANDLING OF MATERIALS NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT None
07/13/2013 MACHINERY DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY 1d restricted
05/08/2013 SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY 7d restricted
04/30/2012 SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 212d lost
04/19/2012 SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 2d lost
03/08/2012 HANDLING OF MATERIALS DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 98d lost
02/07/2012 HANDLING OF MATERIALS DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 77d lost
02/07/2012 HANDLING OF MATERIALS DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 6d lost
09/20/2011 SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 64d lost

Inspections

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Begin End Hours Inspectors
01/29/2026 01/29/2026 3.00 1
12/10/2025 12/10/2025 0.00 0
10/27/2025 12/02/2025 7.00 1
09/15/2025 09/15/2025 8.00 1
08/17/2025 08/17/2025 1.00 1
07/10/2025 07/10/2025 1.50 1
04/08/2025 04/29/2025 24.00 1
10/08/2024 03/03/2025 22.00 3
04/22/2024 04/29/2024 24.25 1
03/14/2024 03/15/2024 3.50 1

Mine Details

MSHA Mine ID0103182
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommodityCoal
SIC DescriptionCoal (Bituminous)
Employees3
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift10.0
Coordinates33.5883330, -87.0600000
Nearest TownAdamsville

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many MSHA violations does Fishtrap have?

Fishtrap has 148 MSHA violations on record, of which 43 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $45K.

What type of mine is Fishtrap?

Fishtrap is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Adamsville, Jefferson County, AL. It currently has 3 employees.

Has anyone been injured or killed at Fishtrap?

According to MSHA records, Fishtrap has 14 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.

Who operates Fishtrap?

Fishtrap is operated by Highland Energy, Inc. and controlled by Otis R Robison Jr. MSHA Mine ID: 0103182.