Key Takeaway
Lowsplint Surface is a abandoned surface mine producing Coal, located in Middlesboro, Bell County, KY. It has 160 violations on record (17 S&S) and $25K in proposed penalties. Operated by Double Mountain Mining LLC.
Lowsplint Surface
Operator: Double Mountain Mining LLC
Controller: Michael Blubaugh
Location: Middlesboro, Bell County, KY
Recent Violations
View all 160 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/09/2020 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 09/09/2020 | 77.1000 | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 09/09/2020 | 77.1007(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $185 |
| 09/03/2020 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $137 |
| 09/03/2020 | 77.1503(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $185 |
| 09/03/2020 | 77.1000 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $137 |
| 08/25/2020 | 77.1606(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $185 |
| 08/19/2020 | 45.4(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 08/19/2020 | 72.100(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 08/19/2020 | 71.208(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 08/06/2020 | 77.1109(c)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 08/06/2020 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 08/06/2020 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 07/29/2020 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 07/29/2020 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 07/23/2020 | 77.1605(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 07/23/2020 | 71.206(d)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 07/23/2020 | 71.501 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 07/23/2020 | 71.500(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 07/14/2020 | 48.28 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $137 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 4 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/09/2017 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 97d lost |
| 06/03/2016 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 268d lost |
| 04/29/2015 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 09/01/2008 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 5d lost, 21d restricted |
Inspections
View all 39 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/22/2024 | 05/23/2024 | 2.50 | 1 |
| 10/11/2023 | 10/11/2023 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 04/03/2023 | 04/03/2023 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 10/11/2022 | 10/11/2022 | 1.75 | 1 |
| 04/11/2022 | 04/11/2022 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 10/13/2021 | 10/13/2021 | 2.25 | 1 |
| 06/09/2021 | 06/09/2021 | 5.25 | 1 |
| 04/19/2021 | 05/26/2021 | 15.75 | 1 |
| 02/10/2021 | 02/10/2021 | 5.25 | 1 |
| 12/11/2020 | 01/13/2021 | 7.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Lowsplint Surface have?
Lowsplint Surface has 160 MSHA violations on record, of which 17 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $25K.
What type of mine is Lowsplint Surface?
Lowsplint Surface is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Middlesboro, Bell County, KY. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Lowsplint Surface?
According to MSHA records, Lowsplint Surface has 4 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Lowsplint Surface?
Lowsplint Surface is operated by Double Mountain Mining LLC and controlled by Michael Blubaugh. MSHA Mine ID: 1519272.