HENDERSON OPERATIONS
Active
Underground
Metal
Operator: Climax Molybdenum Company
Controller: Freeport-McMoRan Inc
Location: Empire, Clear Creek County, CO
Employees: 373
1,985
Violations
325
S&S Violations
309
Accidents
$808K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 1,985 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/19/2026 | 57.12006 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $0 |
| 02/19/2026 | 57.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/19/2026 | 62.130(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/18/2026 | 57.8520(e) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $0 |
| 02/18/2026 | 57.12032 | S&S | HighNegligence | $0 |
| 02/18/2026 | 57.14205 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/18/2026 | 57.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/18/2026 | 57.14112(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/17/2026 | 57.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/12/2026 | 57.4104(b)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/12/2026 | 57.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/12/2026 | 48.29 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/11/2026 | 57.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/11/2026 | 57.15001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/11/2026 | 57.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/11/2026 | 57.16003 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/10/2026 | 57.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/10/2026 | 57.11012 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/10/2026 | 57.11003 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/10/2026 | 57.15005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 309 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/26/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 40d lost |
| 11/20/2025 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 32d lost |
| 08/22/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/21/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 8d lost |
| 06/04/2025 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 04/08/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 3d restricted |
| 01/16/2025 | RESPIRATORY CONDITIONS (TOXIC AGENTS) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 12/13/2024 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 10d restricted |
| 10/28/2024 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 43d lost |
| 07/10/2024 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 269 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/17/2026 | 02/17/2026 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 02/02/2026 | 03/02/2026 | 472.00 | 7 |
| 12/10/2025 | 12/10/2025 | 17.50 | 1 |
| 12/01/2025 | 12/19/2025 | 358.75 | 5 |
| 10/14/2025 | 10/15/2025 | 9.75 | 1 |
| 08/26/2025 | 09/09/2025 | 275.00 | 4 |
| 07/22/2025 | 07/22/2025 | 15.50 | 1 |
| 07/01/2025 | 07/01/2025 | 3.75 | 1 |
| 06/30/2025 | 06/30/2025 | 1.50 | 1 |
| 06/23/2025 | 06/23/2025 | 8.25 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID0500790
Mine TypeUnderground
StatusActive
CommodityMetal
SIC DescriptionMolybdenum Ore
Employees373
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift12.0
Coordinates39.7713890, -105.8461110
Nearest TownEmpire
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does HENDERSON OPERATIONS have?
HENDERSON OPERATIONS has 1985 MSHA violations on record, of which 325 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $808K.
What type of mine is HENDERSON OPERATIONS?
HENDERSON OPERATIONS is a Underground mine producing Metal, located in Empire, Clear Creek County, CO. It currently has 373 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at HENDERSON OPERATIONS?
According to MSHA records, HENDERSON OPERATIONS has 309 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates HENDERSON OPERATIONS?
HENDERSON OPERATIONS is operated by Climax Molybdenum Company and controlled by Freeport-McMoRan Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 0500790.