Minorca Mine
Active
Surface
Metal
Operator: Cleveland-Cliffs Minorca Mine Inc.
Controller: Cleveland-Cliffs Inc
Location: Virginia, St Louis County, MN
Employees: 340
2,348
Violations
406
S&S Violations
288
Accidents
$2.2M
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 2,348 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/02/2025 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $504 |
| 12/01/2025 | 41.12 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/01/2025 | 56.4201(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/13/2025 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 03/13/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $336 |
| 03/13/2025 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $226 |
| 03/13/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 03/13/2025 | 56.16006 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $226 |
| 03/13/2025 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $504 |
| 03/13/2025 | 56.16006 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $226 |
| 03/12/2025 | 56.12030 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $336 |
| 03/12/2025 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $336 |
| 03/12/2025 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 03/12/2025 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 03/12/2025 | 56.11002 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 03/12/2025 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $336 |
| 03/12/2025 | 56.20003(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $504 |
| 03/12/2025 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $336 |
| 03/12/2025 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $504 |
| 03/12/2025 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 288 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/08/2025 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 01/15/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 64d lost |
| 10/05/2024 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 126d lost |
| 06/02/2024 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/24/2024 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 03/14/2024 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 44d lost, 36d restricted |
| 03/11/2024 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 12/21/2023 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 09/20/2023 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 23d restricted |
| 08/29/2023 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 18d lost, 23d restricted |
Inspections
View all 151 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/03/2025 | 12/03/2025 | 4.75 | 1 |
| 12/01/2025 | 12/04/2025 | 19.50 | 1 |
| 07/14/2025 | 07/14/2025 | 10.75 | 1 |
| 03/24/2025 | 03/24/2025 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 02/11/2025 | 03/17/2025 | 222.50 | 3 |
| 01/22/2025 | 01/22/2025 | 9.50 | 1 |
| 12/02/2024 | 12/02/2024 | 7.25 | 1 |
| 11/25/2024 | 01/13/2025 | 203.25 | 1 |
| 11/21/2024 | 11/21/2024 | 8.25 | 1 |
| 09/23/2024 | 09/24/2024 | 19.50 | 2 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID2102449
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommodityMetal
SIC DescriptionIron Ore
Employees340
Days/Week7.0
Hours/Shift8.0
Coordinates47.5463890, -92.5541670
Nearest TownVirginia
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Minorca Mine have?
Minorca Mine has 2348 MSHA violations on record, of which 406 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $2.2M.
What type of mine is Minorca Mine?
Minorca Mine is a Surface mine producing Metal, located in Virginia, St Louis County, MN. It currently has 340 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Minorca Mine?
According to MSHA records, Minorca Mine has 288 reported accident/injury records and 2 fatalities on file.
Who operates Minorca Mine?
Minorca Mine is operated by Cleveland-Cliffs Minorca Mine Inc. and controlled by Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 2102449.