Key Takeaway
K-2 Preparation Plant is a nonproducing surface mine producing Coal, located in Evanston, Breathitt County, KY. It has 187 violations on record (39 S&S) and $25K in proposed penalties. Operated by Kentucky Fuel Corporation.
K-2 Preparation Plant
Operator: Kentucky Fuel Corporation
Controller: James C Justice III
Location: Evanston, Breathitt County, KY
Employees: 1
Recent Violations
View all 187 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/05/2023 | 77.205(a) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 12/05/2023 | 77.216(d) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 11/03/2023 | 77.205(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $159 |
| 11/03/2023 | 77.216(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $220 |
| 11/22/2022 | 77.216-3(a)(1) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 09/21/2022 | 77.216(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 09/21/2022 | 77.216-3(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 09/09/2021 | 77.216(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 03/18/2021 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 06/17/2019 | 77.502 | S&S | NoNegligence | $121 |
| 06/17/2019 | 77.1707(a) | S&S | NoNegligence | $121 |
| 06/08/2019 | 77.216-3(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $121 |
| 06/08/2019 | 77.216-3(d)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 08/29/2018 | 77.216(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 06/05/2018 | 77.205(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 06/05/2018 | 50.40(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $118 |
| 11/08/2017 | 77.502-2 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 11/08/2017 | 77.207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 11/08/2017 | 50.40(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $116 |
| 11/08/2017 | 77.509(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 4 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/12/2002 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 01/21/2002 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/16/2001 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/30/2001 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 4d lost |
Inspections
View all 148 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/05/2026 | 01/22/2026 | 31.50 | 1 |
| 12/15/2025 | 12/16/2025 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 06/09/2025 | 09/15/2025 | 34.00 | 1 |
| 01/18/2025 | 01/22/2025 | 14.00 | 1 |
| 11/12/2024 | 11/25/2024 | 19.00 | 1 |
| 07/09/2024 | 08/12/2024 | 19.00 | 1 |
| 05/30/2024 | 06/12/2024 | 32.00 | 3 |
| 05/23/2024 | 05/23/2024 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 02/01/2024 | 02/20/2024 | 18.50 | 1 |
| 10/31/2023 | 12/19/2023 | 45.00 | 2 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does K-2 Preparation Plant have?
K-2 Preparation Plant has 187 MSHA violations on record, of which 39 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $25K.
What type of mine is K-2 Preparation Plant?
K-2 Preparation Plant is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Evanston, Breathitt County, KY. It currently has 1 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at K-2 Preparation Plant?
According to MSHA records, K-2 Preparation Plant has 4 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates K-2 Preparation Plant?
K-2 Preparation Plant is operated by Kentucky Fuel Corporation and controlled by James C Justice III. MSHA Mine ID: 1513254.