Lee Creek Mine
Active
Surface
Nonmetal
Operator: PCS Phosphate Company Inc
Controller: Nutrien LTD
Location: Aurora, Beaufort County, NC
Employees: 676
1,455
Violations
311
S&S Violations
221
Accidents
$1.0M
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 1,455 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/12/2026 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/09/2026 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/09/2026 | 56.11003 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/09/2026 | 56.15004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/08/2026 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/08/2026 | 56.14209(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/08/2026 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/08/2026 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/07/2026 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $245 |
| 09/16/2025 | 50.20(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 09/16/2025 | 48.29(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 04/07/2025 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 04/07/2025 | 56.23002(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 04/06/2025 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 04/06/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $245 |
| 04/04/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 04/04/2025 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 04/04/2025 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 04/04/2025 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 04/04/2025 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 221 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/28/2026 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/29/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 10d lost |
| 10/19/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/21/2025 | MACHINERY | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 8d restricted |
| 07/21/2025 | DISORDERS (PHYSICAL AGENTS) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 02/24/2025 | OTHER | INJURIES DUE TO NATURAL CAUSES | None |
| 02/04/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 107d restricted |
| 01/03/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 10/15/2024 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/23/2024 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 208d lost |
Inspections
View all 291 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/12/2026 | 01/22/2026 | 24.00 | 1 |
| 01/06/2026 | 01/13/2026 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 01/06/2026 | 01/26/2026 | 264.50 | 5 |
| 12/29/2025 | 12/29/2025 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 12/16/2025 | 12/16/2025 | 10.50 | 1 |
| 09/16/2025 | 09/16/2025 | 12.75 | 1 |
| 07/22/2025 | 07/22/2025 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 07/21/2025 | 07/22/2025 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 04/02/2025 | 04/09/2025 | 208.50 | 3 |
| 02/24/2025 | 02/26/2025 | 28.75 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID3100212
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommodityNonmetal
SIC DescriptionPhosphate Rock
Employees676
Days/Week7.0
Hours/Shift8.0
Coordinates35.3055560, -76.7886110
Nearest TownAurora
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Lee Creek Mine have?
Lee Creek Mine has 1455 MSHA violations on record, of which 311 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $1.0M.
What type of mine is Lee Creek Mine?
Lee Creek Mine is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Aurora, Beaufort County, NC. It currently has 676 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Lee Creek Mine?
According to MSHA records, Lee Creek Mine has 221 reported accident/injury records and 1 fatalities on file.
Who operates Lee Creek Mine?
Lee Creek Mine is operated by PCS Phosphate Company Inc and controlled by Nutrien LTD. MSHA Mine ID: 3100212.