Key Takeaway
Gleason Mills and Mines is a active surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Gleason, Weakley County, TN. It has 172 violations on record (28 S&S) and $59K in proposed penalties. Operated by Kentucky-Tennessee Clay Company.
Gleason Mills and Mines
Operator: Kentucky-Tennessee Clay Company
Controller: Imerys S A
Location: Gleason, Weakley County, TN
Employees: 50
Recent Violations
View all 172 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/09/2026 | 56.5001(a)/56.5005 | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/09/2026 | 56.5001(a)/56.5005 | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/09/2026 | 56.20003(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/28/2026 | 56.14112(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $2,133 |
| 01/28/2026 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $432 |
| 01/16/2026 | 56.4104(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $366 |
| 01/16/2026 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $2,712 |
| 01/16/2026 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $366 |
| 01/16/2026 | 56.20003(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,818 |
| 08/25/2025 | 50.10(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $7,555 |
| 07/30/2025 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $2,503 |
| 07/30/2025 | 56.12032 | S&S | HighNegligence | $8,315 |
| 07/30/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $245 |
| 07/30/2025 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $504 |
| 07/29/2025 | 50.20(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/28/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $697 |
| 07/28/2025 | 56.12032 | S&S | ModNegligence | $3,448 |
| 07/28/2025 | 56.12008 | S&S | ModNegligence | $3,448 |
| 01/13/2025 | 56.20003(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $288 |
| 01/13/2025 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 27 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/12/2024 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 42d restricted |
| 08/08/2021 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/15/2021 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/01/2018 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 5d restricted |
| 09/24/2018 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 05/19/2017 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 49d restricted |
| 08/22/2016 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 54d restricted |
| 01/13/2016 | DUST DISEASE OF LUNGS | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 03/19/2015 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | 29d restricted |
| 09/14/2012 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 85 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/09/2026 | 20.50 | 1 | |
| 01/15/2026 | 02/03/2026 | 36.00 | 1 |
| 08/25/2025 | 09/16/2025 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 07/10/2025 | 07/30/2025 | 44.25 | 1 |
| 12/30/2024 | 01/15/2025 | 49.25 | 1 |
| 07/15/2024 | 08/08/2024 | 27.00 | 1 |
| 01/29/2024 | 01/31/2024 | 15.00 | 1 |
| 01/29/2024 | 02/01/2024 | 17.50 | 1 |
| 07/17/2023 | 07/18/2023 | 13.50 | 1 |
| 05/08/2023 | 05/10/2023 | 43.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Gleason Mills and Mines have?
Gleason Mills and Mines has 172 MSHA violations on record, of which 28 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $59K.
What type of mine is Gleason Mills and Mines?
Gleason Mills and Mines is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Gleason, Weakley County, TN. It currently has 50 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Gleason Mills and Mines?
According to MSHA records, Gleason Mills and Mines has 27 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Gleason Mills and Mines?
Gleason Mills and Mines is operated by Kentucky-Tennessee Clay Company and controlled by Imerys S A. MSHA Mine ID: 4001052.