King II
Active
Underground
Coal
Operator: GCC Energy LLC
Controller: GCC SAB de CV
Location: Hesperus, La Plata County, CO
Employees: 77
1,646
Violations
224
S&S Violations
83
Accidents
$1.0M
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 1,646 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/04/2026 | 75.1107-16(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 03/02/2026 | 75.1103-5(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/23/2026 | 75.202(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/17/2026 | 75.333(h) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/11/2026 | 75.1731(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/09/2026 | 75.1731(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/09/2026 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $0 |
| 02/05/2026 | 75.202(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/03/2026 | 75.1507(a)(11)(ii) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/29/2026 | 75.1722(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/28/2026 | 75.333(h) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/28/2026 | 75.1731(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/27/2026 | 75.333(h) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/27/2026 | 75.604(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/27/2026 | 75.333(h) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/08/2026 | 75.825(c) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $465 |
| 01/07/2026 | 75.333(h) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/07/2026 | 75.321(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/29/2025 | 70.209(d)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $226 |
| 12/11/2025 | 70.209(d)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 83 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/19/2025 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 01/13/2025 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 05/01/2024 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 11/07/2023 | ELECTRICAL | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 3d lost |
| 08/30/2023 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 05/05/2023 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 20d lost |
| 03/07/2023 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 3d lost |
| 02/22/2023 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 6d lost |
| 02/14/2023 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 66d lost |
| 02/12/2023 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 3d lost |
Inspections
View all 170 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/05/2026 | 305.75 | 2 | |
| 12/28/2025 | 12/30/2025 | 18.50 | 1 |
| 12/15/2025 | 12/18/2025 | 24.00 | 1 |
| 10/01/2025 | 12/16/2025 | 502.25 | 3 |
| 09/10/2025 | 09/10/2025 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 07/01/2025 | 09/03/2025 | 407.00 | 4 |
| 06/19/2025 | 07/02/2025 | 43.75 | 4 |
| 04/01/2025 | 06/12/2025 | 318.25 | 3 |
| 01/23/2025 | 03/13/2025 | 344.00 | 2 |
| 12/10/2024 | 12/10/2024 | 12.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID0504864
Mine TypeUnderground
StatusActive
CommodityCoal
SIC DescriptionCoal (Bituminous)
Employees77
Days/Week6.0
Hours/Shift10.0
Coordinates37.2511110, -108.0980560
Nearest TownHesperus
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does King II have?
King II has 1646 MSHA violations on record, of which 224 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $1.0M.
What type of mine is King II?
King II is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Hesperus, La Plata County, CO. It currently has 77 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at King II?
According to MSHA records, King II has 83 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates King II?
King II is operated by GCC Energy LLC and controlled by GCC SAB de CV. MSHA Mine ID: 0504864.