Fossil Rock Mine
Active
Underground
Coal
Operator: Fossil Rock Resources, LLC.
Controller: Wolverine Fuels LLC
Location: Orangeville, Emery County, UT
Employees: 254
256
Violations
31
S&S Violations
41
Accidents
$56K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 256 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/24/2026 | 75.1713-3 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/19/2026 | 75.370(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/17/2026 | 75.402 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/04/2026 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/03/2026 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/03/2026 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/02/2026 | 75.403 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/27/2026 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/26/2026 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/22/2026 | 75.1725(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/21/2026 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/21/2026 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/18/2026 | 75.512 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 01/18/2026 | 75.1725(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/18/2026 | 75.803 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/18/2026 | 75.512 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/18/2026 | 75.1725(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 01/11/2026 | 77.207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/30/2025 | 75.220(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/27/2025 | 75.370(a)(1) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $432 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 41 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/04/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 11/30/2025 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 06/12/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 05/30/2025 | ELECTRICAL | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 40d lost |
| 05/25/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 03/23/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 44d lost |
| 12/08/2024 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/28/2024 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/10/2024 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 217d lost |
| 04/08/2024 | OTHER | INJURIES DUE TO NATURAL CAUSES | None |
Inspections
View all 105 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/05/2026 | 446.00 | 7 | |
| 12/30/2025 | 12/31/2025 | 19.00 | 1 |
| 12/27/2025 | 12/29/2025 | 19.00 | 1 |
| 11/19/2025 | 12/18/2025 | 104.00 | 2 |
| 10/01/2025 | 11/10/2025 | 338.50 | 5 |
| 09/30/2025 | 10/01/2025 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 07/01/2025 | 09/17/2025 | 342.75 | 7 |
| 06/02/2025 | 06/09/2025 | 28.50 | 1 |
| 04/01/2025 | 06/17/2025 | 329.00 | 6 |
| 03/17/2025 | 03/20/2025 | 18.50 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID4201211
Mine TypeUnderground
StatusActive
CommodityCoal
SIC DescriptionCoal (Bituminous)
Employees254
Days/Week7.0
Hours/Shift12.0
Coordinates39.3180560, -111.3180560
Nearest TownOrangeville
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Fossil Rock Mine have?
Fossil Rock Mine has 256 MSHA violations on record, of which 31 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $56K.
What type of mine is Fossil Rock Mine?
Fossil Rock Mine is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Orangeville, Emery County, UT. It currently has 254 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Fossil Rock Mine?
According to MSHA records, Fossil Rock Mine has 41 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Fossil Rock Mine?
Fossil Rock Mine is operated by Fossil Rock Resources, LLC. and controlled by Wolverine Fuels LLC. MSHA Mine ID: 4201211.