Key Takeaway
Mine #3 is a abandoned surface mine producing Coal, located in Middlesboro, Bell County, KY. It has 154 violations on record (26 S&S) and $49K in proposed penalties. Operated by Double Mountain Mining LLC.
Mine #3
Operator: Double Mountain Mining LLC
Controller: Michael Blubaugh
Location: Middlesboro, Bell County, KY
Recent Violations
View all 154 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/09/2023 | 77.1605(k) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 03/09/2023 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 03/09/2023 | 77.1605(k) | S&S | ModNegligence | $271 |
| 03/09/2023 | 77.1605(k) | S&S | ModNegligence | $905 |
| 02/01/2023 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $346 |
| 02/01/2023 | 77.1605(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 02/01/2023 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 02/01/2023 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 02/01/2023 | 77.205(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 01/31/2023 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 01/31/2023 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $182 |
| 01/31/2023 | 71.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 01/31/2023 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 01/31/2023 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $182 |
| 01/13/2023 | 77.1605(k) | S&S | ModNegligence | $439 |
| 09/27/2022 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 09/27/2022 | 72.620 | S&S | ModNegligence | $563 |
| 06/21/2022 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $296 |
| 06/16/2022 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 06/15/2022 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 3 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/09/2020 | MACHINERY | FATALITY | Fatal |
| 09/27/2016 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 109d lost |
| 01/19/2009 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 36d lost |
Inspections
View all 73 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/01/2024 | 10/01/2024 | 6.50 | 1 |
| 07/03/2024 | 07/03/2024 | 4.50 | 1 |
| 10/13/2023 | 11/07/2023 | 16.25 | 2 |
| 09/27/2023 | 09/27/2023 | 3.50 | 1 |
| 05/25/2023 | 07/07/2023 | 20.50 | 2 |
| 03/29/2023 | 03/29/2023 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 03/09/2023 | 03/21/2023 | 41.50 | 4 |
| 01/26/2023 | 03/06/2023 | 143.00 | 3 |
| 01/13/2023 | 01/19/2023 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 09/27/2022 | 10/03/2022 | 41.50 | 2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Mine #3 have?
Mine #3 has 154 MSHA violations on record, of which 26 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $49K.
What type of mine is Mine #3?
Mine #3 is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Middlesboro, Bell County, KY. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Mine #3?
According to MSHA records, Mine #3 has 3 reported accident/injury records and 1 fatalities on file.
Who operates Mine #3?
Mine #3 is operated by Double Mountain Mining LLC and controlled by Michael Blubaugh. MSHA Mine ID: 1519268.