Lee Smith
Abandoned
Underground
Metal
Operator: Jerritt Canyon Gold LLC
Controller: First Majestic Silver Corporation
Location: Elko, Elko County, NV
600
Violations
113
S&S Violations
50
Accidents
$174K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 600 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/10/2023 | 48.9(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 03/09/2023 | 57.12013(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 03/09/2023 | 57.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 02/22/2023 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 02/22/2023 | 57.14206(b) | S&S | LowNegligence | $3,006 |
| 02/22/2023 | 57.14207 | S&S | LowNegligence | $6,688 |
| 02/22/2023 | 57.4104 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $407 |
| 12/23/2022 | 57.14116(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 12/22/2022 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $155 |
| 07/18/2022 | 57.8525 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $378 |
| 07/18/2022 | 57.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $144 |
| 04/27/2022 | 57.3200 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $378 |
| 04/27/2022 | 57.3200 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 01/20/2022 | 57.5060(b)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $198 |
| 01/20/2022 | 57.5060(b)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $198 |
| 12/30/2021 | 57.3360 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $144 |
| 10/14/2021 | 57.11001 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $125 |
| 10/14/2021 | 57.11001 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $125 |
| 10/14/2021 | 57.11001 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $125 |
| 10/13/2021 | 57.4104(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 50 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/22/2023 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 287d lost |
| 03/30/2022 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 12/28/2020 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 29d restricted |
| 04/25/2020 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/02/2019 | FALL OF FACE/RIB/PILLAR/SIDE/HIGHWALL | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 10/25/2018 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | FATALITY | Fatal |
| 06/20/2018 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/21/2016 | FALL OF FACE/RIB/PILLAR/SIDE/HIGHWALL | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 01/30/2015 | POWERED HAULAGE | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 104d lost, 19d restricted |
| 07/14/2013 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 149 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/15/2025 | 01/21/2025 | 6.75 | 1 |
| 01/03/2024 | 01/03/2024 | 1.00 | 1 |
| 10/03/2023 | 10/03/2023 | 3.50 | 1 |
| 07/05/2023 | 07/06/2023 | 12.50 | 1 |
| 05/25/2023 | 05/25/2023 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 05/17/2023 | 05/17/2023 | 2.50 | 1 |
| 03/09/2023 | 03/10/2023 | 22.00 | 1 |
| 03/08/2023 | 03/08/2023 | 3.50 | 1 |
| 02/22/2023 | 02/22/2023 | 1.00 | 1 |
| 02/22/2023 | 02/22/2023 | 20.50 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID2602397
Mine TypeUnderground
StatusAbandoned
CommodityMetal
SIC DescriptionGold Ore
Days/Week0.0
Hours/Shift0.0
Coordinates40.8325000, -115.7630560
Nearest TownElko
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Lee Smith have?
Lee Smith has 600 MSHA violations on record, of which 113 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $174K.
What type of mine is Lee Smith?
Lee Smith is a Underground mine producing Metal, located in Elko, Elko County, NV. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Lee Smith?
According to MSHA records, Lee Smith has 50 reported accident/injury records and 1 fatalities on file.
Who operates Lee Smith?
Lee Smith is operated by Jerritt Canyon Gold LLC and controlled by First Majestic Silver Corporation. MSHA Mine ID: 2602397.