Key Takeaway

Highsplint Strip is a abandoned surface mine producing Coal, located in Evarts, Harlan County, KY. It has 196 violations on record (24 S&S) and $39K in proposed penalties. Operated by Dixie Fuel Company LLC.

Highsplint Strip

Abandoned Surface Coal

Operator: Dixie Fuel Company LLC

Controller: Joseph T Bennett

Location: Evarts, Harlan County, KY

196
Violations
24
S&S Violations
23
Accidents
$39K
Penalties

Recent Violations

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Date Section S&S Negligence Penalty
04/07/2017 77.1605(d) Non-S&S LowNegligence $116
10/26/2016 77.1605(d) Non-S&S LowNegligence $114
10/26/2016 48.29(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $114
04/12/2016 77.1606(c) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
03/24/2016 71.402(a) Non-S&S LowNegligence $100
03/22/2016 77.1110 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
03/18/2016 71.500(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
01/08/2013 77.410(c) Non-S&S LowNegligence $100
06/26/2012 77.1605(d) Non-S&S ModNegligence $127
03/13/2012 77.404(a) S&S ModNegligence $540
03/13/2012 77.1110 Non-S&S ModNegligence $108
03/13/2012 77.1606(c) Non-S&S ModNegligence $108
02/29/2012 72.620 Non-S&S ModNegligence $162
02/28/2012 77.1109(e)(1) Non-S&S ModNegligence $108
02/28/2012 77.1605(d) Non-S&S ModNegligence $108
02/28/2012 77.1606(c) Non-S&S ModNegligence $108
02/28/2012 77.1606(c) Non-S&S ModNegligence $108
02/28/2012 77.1605(d) Non-S&S ModNegligence $108
07/12/2011 77.404(a) S&S LowNegligence $1,026
07/12/2011 77.1605(a) Non-S&S LowNegligence $100

Accidents & Injuries

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Date Classification Injury Days Lost
09/08/2014 HANDLING OF MATERIALS DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 64d lost
02/07/2012 HANDLING OF MATERIALS DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 349d lost
01/10/2011 HANDLING OF MATERIALS DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 15d lost
01/04/2011 HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT 3d lost, 4d restricted
12/18/2010 HANDLING OF MATERIALS DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 1d lost
04/19/2010 POWERED HAULAGE DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 1d lost
01/04/2010 POWERED HAULAGE DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 87d lost
08/03/2009 HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 231d lost
05/06/2009 SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT None
01/21/2008 MACHINERY NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT None

Inspections

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Begin End Hours Inspectors
02/07/2018 02/14/2018 7.00 1
04/06/2017 04/11/2017 25.00 1
03/30/2017 03/30/2017 8.00 1
02/03/2017 02/03/2017 5.50 1
10/06/2016 11/03/2016 45.00 1
10/03/2016 01/12/2017 19.50 1
04/07/2016 04/12/2016 25.50 1
03/02/2016 03/25/2016 36.50 2
08/06/2015 08/06/2015 7.00 1
12/23/2014 01/09/2015 8.50 1

Mine Details

MSHA Mine ID1518643
Mine TypeSurface
StatusAbandoned
CommodityCoal
SIC DescriptionCoal (Bituminous)
Days/Week0.0
Hours/Shift0.0
Coordinates36.8955560, -83.0950000
Nearest TownEvarts

Frequently Asked Questions

How many MSHA violations does Highsplint Strip have?

Highsplint Strip has 196 MSHA violations on record, of which 24 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $39K.

What type of mine is Highsplint Strip?

Highsplint Strip is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Evarts, Harlan County, KY. It currently has 0 employees.

Has anyone been injured or killed at Highsplint Strip?

According to MSHA records, Highsplint Strip has 23 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.

Who operates Highsplint Strip?

Highsplint Strip is operated by Dixie Fuel Company LLC and controlled by Joseph T Bennett. MSHA Mine ID: 1518643.