Key Takeaway

Mine #5 is a abandoned and sealed underground mine producing Coal, located in Barbourville, Knox County, KY. It has 499 violations on record (115 S&S) and $97K in proposed penalties. Operated by Ferroglobe USA Mining, LLC.

Mine #5

Abandoned and Sealed Underground Coal

Operator: Ferroglobe USA Mining, LLC

Controller: Ferroglobe PLC

Location: Barbourville, Knox County, KY

499
Violations
115
S&S Violations
9
Accidents
$97K
Penalties

Recent Violations

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Date Section S&S Negligence Penalty
08/07/2024 75.370(a)(1) Non-S&S $0
08/07/2024 75.370(a)(1) Non-S&S $0
07/30/2024 75.370(a)(1) Non-S&S ModNegligence $164
07/30/2024 50.10(d) Non-S&S ModNegligence $147
07/30/2024 Non-S&S $0
07/30/2024 75.202(a) S&S LowNegligence $189
07/29/2024 75.370(a)(1) Non-S&S ModNegligence $312
07/29/2024 75.370(a)(1) Non-S&S ModNegligence $147
07/29/2024 75.1202 Non-S&S ModNegligence $147
07/25/2024 50.30(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $147
07/24/2024 75.380(f)(3)(iii) Non-S&S ModNegligence $147
07/22/2024 75.512 S&S ModNegligence $280
07/22/2024 75.503 Non-S&S ModNegligence $147
07/22/2024 75.1714-3(b) Non-S&S ModNegligence $147
07/16/2024 75.370(a)(1) Non-S&S HighNegligence $280
07/10/2024 75.1505(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $147
07/10/2024 75.512 Non-S&S ModNegligence $147
07/09/2024 75.1600-3(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $221
07/09/2024 75.380(d)(7)(vii) Non-S&S ModNegligence $221
07/09/2024 75.220(a)(1) S&S ModNegligence $421

Accidents & Injuries

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Date Classification Injury Days Lost
01/16/2024 HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT None
02/10/2023 HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT None
05/03/2022 OTHER NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT None
08/30/2021 POWERED HAULAGE DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 82d lost
09/30/2020 HANDLING OF MATERIALS DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 17d lost
12/04/2018 HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT None
08/07/2018 HANDLING OF MATERIALS DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 23d lost
05/14/2015 MACHINERY NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT None
07/25/2007 DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 11d lost, 2d restricted

Inspections

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Begin End Hours Inspectors
10/03/2024 10/30/2024 47.00 2
09/30/2024 09/30/2024 9.50 1
07/30/2024 08/27/2024 10.50 2
07/08/2024 08/27/2024 143.50 5
06/24/2024 06/25/2024 14.75 1
06/24/2024 07/18/2024 10.50 1
05/22/2024 05/22/2024 5.50 1
04/01/2024 06/18/2024 267.50 9
03/14/2024 03/28/2024 21.50 1
03/11/2024 03/14/2024 26.00 1

Mine Details

MSHA Mine ID1518426
Mine TypeUnderground
StatusAbandoned and Sealed
CommodityCoal
SIC DescriptionCoal (Bituminous)
Days/Week0.0
Hours/Shift0.0
Coordinates36.7558330, -83.9516670
Nearest TownBarbourville

Frequently Asked Questions

How many MSHA violations does Mine #5 have?

Mine #5 has 499 MSHA violations on record, of which 115 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $97K.

What type of mine is Mine #5?

Mine #5 is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Barbourville, Knox County, KY. It currently has 0 employees.

Has anyone been injured or killed at Mine #5?

According to MSHA records, Mine #5 has 9 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.

Who operates Mine #5?

Mine #5 is operated by Ferroglobe USA Mining, LLC and controlled by Ferroglobe PLC. MSHA Mine ID: 1518426.