Key Takeaway
Kentucky River Loading is a active facility mine producing Coal, located in Hazard, Perry County, KY. It has 1,142 violations on record (414 S&S) and $184K in proposed penalties. Operated by Pine Branch Mining LLC.
Kentucky River Loading
Operator: Pine Branch Mining LLC
Controller: Sev.en Global Investments a.s.
Location: Hazard, Perry County, KY
Employees: 10
Recent Violations
View all 1,142 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12/2025 | 77.400(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/12/2025 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/05/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $366 |
| 11/05/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/05/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/23/2025 | 77.202 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/15/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 10/14/2025 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 10/14/2025 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 10/09/2025 | 77.205(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/09/2025 | 77.400(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $465 |
| 10/09/2025 | 77.205(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 05/28/2025 | 77.208(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 05/23/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 05/23/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 05/23/2025 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 05/23/2025 | 77.1605(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/25/2025 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/25/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/25/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 22 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/06/2019 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/17/2019 | OTHER | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/24/2017 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/24/2017 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 03/18/2015 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 71d lost |
| 02/10/2015 | FIRE | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 06/11/2014 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 4d lost |
| 03/08/2014 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/07/2009 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 7d lost |
| 07/21/2008 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 140d lost |
Inspections
View all 165 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/01/2025 | 11/26/2025 | 194.50 | 7 |
| 07/31/2025 | 07/31/2025 | 7.50 | 1 |
| 07/10/2025 | 07/10/2025 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 04/16/2025 | 06/10/2025 | 143.50 | 8 |
| 03/11/2025 | 03/11/2025 | 7.50 | 1 |
| 01/31/2025 | 03/04/2025 | 137.50 | 7 |
| 12/02/2024 | 12/03/2024 | 18.00 | 1 |
| 10/13/2024 | 11/15/2024 | 54.75 | 6 |
| 09/23/2024 | 09/30/2024 | 52.00 | 2 |
| 05/22/2024 | 05/22/2024 | 4.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Kentucky River Loading have?
Kentucky River Loading has 1142 MSHA violations on record, of which 414 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $184K.
What type of mine is Kentucky River Loading?
Kentucky River Loading is a Facility mine producing Coal, located in Hazard, Perry County, KY. It currently has 10 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Kentucky River Loading?
According to MSHA records, Kentucky River Loading has 22 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Kentucky River Loading?
Kentucky River Loading is operated by Pine Branch Mining LLC and controlled by Sev.en Global Investments a.s.. MSHA Mine ID: 1513495.