Key Takeaway
Hawkins Mine is a active surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Spruce Pine, Mitchell County, NC. It has 93 violations on record (25 S&S) and $30K in proposed penalties. Operated by Sibelco North America, Inc.
Hawkins Mine
Operator: Sibelco North America, Inc
Controller: S C R-Sibelco Nv
Location: Spruce Pine, Mitchell County, NC
Employees: 5
Recent Violations
View all 93 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/14/2024 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 01/11/2024 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 01/10/2024 | 56.12030 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 01/10/2024 | 56.4230(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 03/14/2023 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 10/26/2022 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 10/25/2022 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 06/29/2022 | 56.14101(a)(3) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 01/26/2022 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 05/10/2021 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $125 |
| 05/10/2021 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $125 |
| 05/10/2021 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $125 |
| 05/10/2021 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $125 |
| 05/10/2021 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $125 |
| 05/10/2021 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $125 |
| 03/10/2021 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $125 |
| 08/04/2020 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 07/16/2019 | 56.12004 | S&S | ModNegligence | $230 |
| 07/16/2019 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 10/31/2017 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 7 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/07/2018 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 14d lost, 51d restricted |
| 11/21/2013 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/03/2010 | POWERED HAULAGE | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/26/2009 | MACHINERY | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 29d restricted |
| 03/13/2007 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 42d restricted |
| 09/19/2002 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 19d restricted |
| 12/30/2000 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 79 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/05/2026 | 02/09/2026 | 3.75 | 1 |
| 12/09/2025 | 12/11/2025 | 29.00 | 1 |
| 08/20/2025 | 08/20/2025 | 3.50 | 1 |
| 07/16/2025 | 07/16/2025 | 1.25 | 1 |
| 06/16/2025 | 06/18/2025 | 29.50 | 1 |
| 03/13/2025 | 03/19/2025 | 14.50 | 1 |
| 09/24/2024 | 09/27/2024 | 20.25 | 1 |
| 08/27/2024 | 08/29/2024 | 16.00 | 1 |
| 05/13/2024 | 08/13/2024 | 18.25 | 3 |
| 01/08/2024 | 01/12/2024 | 44.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Hawkins Mine have?
Hawkins Mine has 93 MSHA violations on record, of which 25 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $30K.
What type of mine is Hawkins Mine?
Hawkins Mine is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Spruce Pine, Mitchell County, NC. It currently has 5 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Hawkins Mine?
According to MSHA records, Hawkins Mine has 7 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Hawkins Mine?
Hawkins Mine is operated by Sibelco North America, Inc and controlled by S C R-Sibelco Nv. MSHA Mine ID: 3100362.