Key Takeaway
Hances Ridge Split #1 is a active surface mine producing Coal, located in Pineville, Bell County, KY. It has 56 violations on record (6 S&S) and $16K in proposed penalties. Operated by 4TH GEN FUELS, LLC..
Hances Ridge Split #1
Operator: 4TH GEN FUELS, LLC.
Controller: Thomas J Loving; Joseph T Bennett Jr; Andrew T Loving
Location: Pineville, Bell County, KY
Employees: 16
Recent Violations
View all 56 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/11/2025 | 77.400(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/11/2025 | 77.205(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/11/2025 | 77.205(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/11/2025 | 77.1607(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/11/2025 | 71.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 12/10/2025 | 71.201(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/10/2025 | 77.400(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 05/14/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 05/14/2025 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/12/2025 | 77.1605(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/02/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 12/10/2024 | 77.1303(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/10/2024 | 77.1302(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/03/2024 | 77.1605(k) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 12/03/2024 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 12/03/2024 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $164 |
| 12/03/2024 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 12/03/2024 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 12/03/2024 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 12/03/2024 | 77.205(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 4 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/02/2026 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 12/30/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 11/30/2023 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 61d lost |
| 01/14/2023 | DISORDERS (PHYSICAL AGENTS) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
Inspections
View all 37 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/02/2026 | 03/04/2026 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 02/25/2026 | 02/27/2026 | 1.50 | 1 |
| 10/30/2025 | 12/23/2025 | 71.50 | 3 |
| 09/23/2025 | 09/23/2025 | 8.50 | 1 |
| 07/10/2025 | 07/10/2025 | 2.25 | 1 |
| 05/09/2025 | 06/12/2025 | 114.00 | 5 |
| 03/05/2025 | 03/19/2025 | 59.00 | 6 |
| 01/27/2025 | 01/27/2025 | 3.50 | 1 |
| 12/03/2024 | 01/02/2025 | 96.25 | 5 |
| 09/26/2024 | 09/26/2024 | 9.50 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Hances Ridge Split #1 have?
Hances Ridge Split #1 has 56 MSHA violations on record, of which 6 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $16K.
What type of mine is Hances Ridge Split #1?
Hances Ridge Split #1 is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Pineville, Bell County, KY. It currently has 16 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Hances Ridge Split #1?
According to MSHA records, Hances Ridge Split #1 has 4 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Hances Ridge Split #1?
Hances Ridge Split #1 is operated by 4TH GEN FUELS, LLC. and controlled by Thomas J Loving; Joseph T Bennett Jr; Andrew T Loving. MSHA Mine ID: 1519891.