Key Takeaway

Gold Hill Mine is a active surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Gold Hill, Rowan County, NC. It has 8 violations on record (2 S&S) and $778 in proposed penalties. Operated by Statesville Brick Company.

Gold Hill Mine

Active Surface Nonmetal

Operator: Statesville Brick Company

Controller: Michael B Foster; James E Rankin

Location: Gold Hill, Rowan County, NC

Employees: 5

8
Violations
2
S&S Violations
0
Accidents
$778
Penalties

Recent Violations

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Date Section S&S Negligence Penalty
06/04/2025 56.4402 Non-S&S ModNegligence $151
02/18/2020 50.30(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $123
12/19/2011 56.14130(c) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
02/24/2010 56.14100(b) Non-S&S LowNegligence $100
11/25/2008 56.14131(a) Non-S&S LowNegligence $100
05/22/2006 56.14131(a) S&S ModNegligence $72
10/04/2005 56.14101(a)(3) S&S ModNegligence $72
01/13/2004 56.14101(a)(2) Non-S&S ModNegligence $60

Inspections

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Begin End Hours Inspectors
11/19/2025 11/26/2025 12.50 1
06/04/2025 06/04/2025 4.50 1
11/06/2024 11/07/2024 6.75 1
07/02/2024 07/02/2024 4.75 1
12/04/2023 12/04/2023 6.25 1
08/02/2023 08/02/2023 1.50 1
02/03/2023 02/07/2023 4.75 1
05/25/2022 05/26/2022 4.50 1
01/06/2022 01/06/2022 5.00 1
04/27/2021 04/27/2021 3.50 1

Mine Details

MSHA Mine ID3100152
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommodityNonmetal
SIC DescriptionCommon Shale
Employees5
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift8.0
Coordinates35.5002780, -80.3113890
Nearest TownGold Hill

Frequently Asked Questions

How many MSHA violations does Gold Hill Mine have?

Gold Hill Mine has 8 MSHA violations on record, of which 2 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $778.

What type of mine is Gold Hill Mine?

Gold Hill Mine is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Gold Hill, Rowan County, NC. It currently has 5 employees.

Has anyone been injured or killed at Gold Hill Mine?

According to MSHA records, Gold Hill Mine has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.

Who operates Gold Hill Mine?

Gold Hill Mine is operated by Statesville Brick Company and controlled by Michael B Foster; James E Rankin. MSHA Mine ID: 3100152.