Key Takeaway
Immel Mine is a active underground mine producing Metal, located in Mascot, Knox County, TN. It has 924 violations on record (215 S&S) and $780K in proposed penalties. Operated by Nyrstar Tennessee Mines, Strawberry Plains LLC.
Immel Mine
Operator: Nyrstar Tennessee Mines, Strawberry Plains LLC
Controller: Nyrstar Netherlands Holdings B.V.
Location: Mascot, Knox County, TN
Employees: 140
Recent Violations
View all 924 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/11/2026 | 57.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/10/2026 | 57.14115(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/05/2026 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 02/05/2026 | 50.12 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $0 |
| 02/04/2026 | 57.12030 | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/03/2026 | 57.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/02/2026 | 57.11001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/02/2026 | 57.12030 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/02/2026 | 57.12019 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/02/2026 | 57.6501(b)(5) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/29/2026 | 57.9300(b) | S&S | HighNegligence | $4,749 |
| 01/22/2026 | 57.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/22/2026 | 57.9101 | S&S | ModNegligence | $2,133 |
| 01/22/2026 | 57.14132(b)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/22/2026 | 57.9300(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,431 |
| 01/20/2026 | 57.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $177 |
| 01/15/2026 | 57.14100(b) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $592 |
| 01/15/2026 | 57.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $177 |
| 12/04/2025 | 50.20(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/24/2025 | Non-S&S | $0 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 143 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/20/2026 | STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 9d restricted |
| 11/24/2025 | OTHER | INJURIES DUE TO NATURAL CAUSES | None |
| 10/26/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 08/27/2025 | POWERED HAULAGE | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 12/17/2024 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/16/2024 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 17d restricted |
| 01/18/2024 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 14d restricted |
| 12/09/2023 | FIRE | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 08/10/2023 | POWERED HAULAGE | PERM TOT OR PERM PRTL DISABLTY | None |
| 03/10/2023 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 246 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/05/2026 | 19.25 | 2 | |
| 01/20/2026 | 01/29/2026 | 4.75 | 1 |
| 01/14/2026 | 02/19/2026 | 231.25 | 5 |
| 12/15/2025 | 12/16/2025 | 8.50 | 1 |
| 12/09/2025 | 12/11/2025 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 12/01/2025 | 12/04/2025 | 7.25 | 1 |
| 11/24/2025 | 26.75 | 3 | |
| 11/17/2025 | 11/18/2025 | 5.25 | 1 |
| 10/24/2025 | 12/01/2025 | 122.00 | 3 |
| 10/06/2025 | 10/20/2025 | 17.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Immel Mine have?
Immel Mine has 924 MSHA violations on record, of which 215 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $780K.
What type of mine is Immel Mine?
Immel Mine is a Underground mine producing Metal, located in Mascot, Knox County, TN. It currently has 140 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Immel Mine?
According to MSHA records, Immel Mine has 143 reported accident/injury records and 3 fatalities on file.
Who operates Immel Mine?
Immel Mine is operated by Nyrstar Tennessee Mines, Strawberry Plains LLC and controlled by Nyrstar Netherlands Holdings B.V.. MSHA Mine ID: 4000170.