Key Takeaway
Merritt Branch is a abandoned surface mine producing Coal, located in Prestonsburg, Floyd County, KY. It has 7 violations on record (2 S&S) and $1K in proposed penalties. Operated by Hendrickson Equipment, Inc..
Merritt Branch
Operator: Hendrickson Equipment, Inc.
Controller: Leonard Hendrickson
Location: Prestonsburg, Floyd County, KY
Recent Violations
View all 7 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/15/2023 | 77.205(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 02/15/2023 | 77.410(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $155 |
| 02/15/2023 | 77.410(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $155 |
| 01/18/2023 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 01/18/2023 | 77.1605(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 01/18/2023 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 12/20/2022 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
Inspections
View all 3 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/01/2023 | 11/01/2023 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 04/26/2023 | 08/01/2023 | 92.50 | 7 |
| 11/04/2022 | 02/21/2023 | 86.75 | 2 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Merritt Branch have?
Merritt Branch has 7 MSHA violations on record, of which 2 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $1K.
What type of mine is Merritt Branch?
Merritt Branch is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Prestonsburg, Floyd County, KY. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Merritt Branch?
According to MSHA records, Merritt Branch has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Merritt Branch?
Merritt Branch is operated by Hendrickson Equipment, Inc. and controlled by Leonard Hendrickson. MSHA Mine ID: 1519930.