Key Takeaway
Huff Preparation Plant is a active facility mine producing Coal, located in Kimper, Pike County, KY. It has 128 violations on record (39 S&S) and $18K in proposed penalties. Operated by NorthStar Operating Company, LLC.
Huff Preparation Plant
Operator: NorthStar Operating Company, LLC
Controller: Randall K Taylor; Ryan Johns; Todd Case
Location: Kimper, Pike County, KY
Employees: 15
Recent Violations
View all 128 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/10/2025 | 77.400(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/08/2025 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/01/2025 | 77.207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/25/2025 | 77.502 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 08/25/2025 | 77.516 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 08/25/2025 | 77.516 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/17/2025 | 77.512 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/15/2025 | 77.206(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 07/11/2025 | 77.1605(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 07/11/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 02/24/2025 | 48.29(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 02/24/2025 | 77.404(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 02/24/2025 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 02/24/2025 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 02/24/2025 | 48.29(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 02/24/2025 | 77.404(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 02/24/2025 | 48.29(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/24/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/21/2025 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 02/13/2025 | 77.904 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 2 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/02/2012 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 222d lost |
| 07/15/2002 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 54 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/10/2026 | 18.00 | 2 | |
| 11/05/2025 | 12/19/2025 | 97.25 | 5 |
| 09/24/2025 | 09/25/2025 | 9.50 | 1 |
| 06/03/2025 | 09/22/2025 | 120.75 | 4 |
| 10/01/2024 | 03/05/2025 | 86.25 | 2 |
| 06/18/2024 | 07/09/2024 | 55.50 | 2 |
| 05/22/2024 | 05/22/2024 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 01/10/2024 | 02/28/2024 | 67.00 | 3 |
| 04/03/2023 | 07/31/2023 | 61.75 | 3 |
| 11/10/2022 | 03/02/2023 | 76.75 | 2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Huff Preparation Plant have?
Huff Preparation Plant has 128 MSHA violations on record, of which 39 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $18K.
What type of mine is Huff Preparation Plant?
Huff Preparation Plant is a Facility mine producing Coal, located in Kimper, Pike County, KY. It currently has 15 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Huff Preparation Plant?
According to MSHA records, Huff Preparation Plant has 2 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Huff Preparation Plant?
Huff Preparation Plant is operated by NorthStar Operating Company, LLC and controlled by Randall K Taylor; Ryan Johns; Todd Case. MSHA Mine ID: 1507907.