Freedom Mine
Active
Surface
Coal
Operator: The Coteau Properties Company
Controller: NACCO Industries Inc
Location: Beulah, Mercer County, ND
Employees: 497
125
Violations
15
S&S Violations
139
Accidents
$68K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 125 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/09/2025 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $549 |
| 07/09/2025 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 07/01/2025 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 06/25/2025 | 77.512 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $245 |
| 06/25/2025 | 77.512 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $245 |
| 06/25/2025 | 77.205(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 06/25/2025 | 77.205(e) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $549 |
| 03/03/2025 | 47.44(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 01/29/2025 | 77.205(e) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 01/28/2025 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 01/28/2025 | 77.205(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 07/26/2024 | 77.208(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 07/26/2024 | 77.505 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 07/16/2024 | 77.205(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $797 |
| 07/01/2024 | 77.1101(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 11/15/2023 | 77.1600(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $167 |
| 11/07/2023 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $155 |
| 11/07/2023 | 77.1710(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $232 |
| 09/19/2023 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $232 |
| 09/18/2023 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $155 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 139 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/20/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 35d lost |
| 06/16/2025 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 02/12/2025 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 65d lost |
| 11/18/2024 | OTHER | INJURIES DUE TO NATURAL CAUSES | None |
| 10/09/2024 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/01/2024 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/12/2024 | STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 178d lost |
| 03/07/2024 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 35d lost |
| 10/17/2023 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 107d lost |
| 05/31/2023 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 99 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/03/2026 | 0.00 | 0 | |
| 09/15/2025 | 09/16/2025 | 20.25 | 1 |
| 08/19/2025 | 08/20/2025 | 23.75 | 1 |
| 06/22/2025 | 07/16/2025 | 193.00 | 3 |
| 01/27/2025 | 03/10/2025 | 101.00 | 2 |
| 06/27/2024 | 07/30/2024 | 169.00 | 2 |
| 06/10/2024 | 06/12/2024 | 27.25 | 1 |
| 11/07/2023 | 11/11/2023 | 3.50 | 1 |
| 11/06/2023 | 11/21/2023 | 99.50 | 1 |
| 06/23/2023 | 09/21/2023 | 134.25 | 3 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID3200595
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommodityCoal
SIC DescriptionCoal (Lignite)
Employees497
Days/Week7.0
Hours/Shift12.0
Coordinates47.3791670, -101.7925000
Nearest TownBeulah
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Freedom Mine have?
Freedom Mine has 125 MSHA violations on record, of which 15 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $68K.
What type of mine is Freedom Mine?
Freedom Mine is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Beulah, Mercer County, ND. It currently has 497 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Freedom Mine?
According to MSHA records, Freedom Mine has 139 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Freedom Mine?
Freedom Mine is operated by The Coteau Properties Company and controlled by NACCO Industries Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 3200595.