Fort Knox Mine
Active
Surface
Metal
Operator: Fairbanks Gold Mining Inc
Controller: Kinross Gold Corp
Location: Fairbanks, Fairbanks North Star County, AK
Employees: 665
512
Violations
86
S&S Violations
317
Accidents
$334K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 512 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/26/2026 | 57.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/26/2026 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/26/2026 | 56.12016 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/24/2026 | 56.14103(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/24/2026 | 57.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/23/2026 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/23/2026 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/23/2026 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/23/2026 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/23/2026 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/27/2026 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 01/16/2026 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 08/13/2025 | 56.5001(a)/56.5005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $226 |
| 05/21/2025 | 56.16006 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $193 |
| 05/13/2025 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $642 |
| 05/12/2025 | 56.12006 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $642 |
| 03/21/2025 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $193 |
| 03/21/2025 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $193 |
| 03/21/2025 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $193 |
| 03/21/2025 | 56.20003(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $3,184 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 317 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/16/2026 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 01/27/2026 | FIRE | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 01/16/2026 | FIRE | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 01/11/2026 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 12/15/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 12/06/2025 | EXPLOSIVES AND BREAKING AGENTS | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 11/17/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 11/02/2025 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 09/25/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 09/25/2025 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 186 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/26/2026 | 02/26/2026 | 18.00 | 2 |
| 02/22/2026 | 02/26/2026 | 152.00 | 3 |
| 01/27/2026 | 129.50 | 1 | |
| 01/16/2026 | 02/12/2026 | 27.00 | 1 |
| 12/17/2025 | 12/19/2025 | 25.00 | 1 |
| 12/07/2025 | 12/07/2025 | 31.00 | 1 |
| 12/05/2025 | 12/06/2025 | 14.00 | 1 |
| 12/01/2025 | 12/05/2025 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 11/30/2025 | 12/04/2025 | 26.75 | 1 |
| 08/11/2025 | 08/15/2025 | 47.25 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID5001616
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommodityMetal
SIC DescriptionGold Ore
Employees665
Days/Week7.0
Hours/Shift12.0
Coordinates65.0727780, -146.5219440
Nearest TownFairbanks
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Fort Knox Mine have?
Fort Knox Mine has 512 MSHA violations on record, of which 86 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $334K.
What type of mine is Fort Knox Mine?
Fort Knox Mine is a Surface mine producing Metal, located in Fairbanks, Fairbanks North Star County, AK. It currently has 665 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Fort Knox Mine?
According to MSHA records, Fort Knox Mine has 317 reported accident/injury records and 1 fatalities on file.
Who operates Fort Knox Mine?
Fort Knox Mine is operated by Fairbanks Gold Mining Inc and controlled by Kinross Gold Corp. MSHA Mine ID: 5001616.