Key Takeaway
Moss Mine & Mill is a active surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Kings Mountain, Cleveland County, NC. It has 142 violations on record (34 S&S) and $34K in proposed penalties. Operated by Imerys Mica Kings Mountain Inc.
Moss Mine & Mill
Operator: Imerys Mica Kings Mountain Inc
Controller: Imerys S A
Location: Kings Mountain, Cleveland County, NC
Employees: 14
Recent Violations
View all 142 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/23/2025 | 41.12 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/23/2025 | 56.14201(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 01/08/2024 | 56.14132(b)(1)(i) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 01/08/2024 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 01/08/2024 | 46.5(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $595 |
| 01/08/2024 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 07/12/2023 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $155 |
| 07/12/2023 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 01/05/2023 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $155 |
| 10/20/2021 | 46.7(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $139 |
| 10/20/2021 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $125 |
| 10/20/2021 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $125 |
| 10/20/2021 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $125 |
| 10/20/2021 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 06/10/2021 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $136 |
| 09/02/2020 | 56.9300(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $298 |
| 09/02/2020 | 56.14130(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 03/02/2020 | 56.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $135 |
| 05/28/2019 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 08/31/2018 | 56.13011 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 26 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/22/2022 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 05/20/2020 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 07/17/2019 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 08/22/2018 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 09/13/2017 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 01/21/2014 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 6d restricted |
| 05/19/2012 | ELECTRICAL | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 12d lost, 19d restricted |
| 11/05/2010 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 162d restricted |
| 04/14/2010 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 05/18/2009 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 80 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/09/2026 | 02/12/2026 | 38.50 | 1 |
| 07/10/2025 | 07/10/2025 | 1.25 | 1 |
| 04/21/2025 | 04/22/2025 | 11.75 | 1 |
| 01/21/2025 | 01/24/2025 | 18.25 | 1 |
| 05/20/2024 | 05/20/2024 | 0.75 | 1 |
| 04/01/2024 | 04/03/2024 | 32.00 | 1 |
| 01/08/2024 | 01/10/2024 | 24.25 | 1 |
| 09/05/2023 | 09/06/2023 | 3.25 | 1 |
| 07/12/2023 | 07/13/2023 | 19.50 | 1 |
| 01/04/2023 | 01/06/2023 | 14.75 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Moss Mine & Mill have?
Moss Mine & Mill has 142 MSHA violations on record, of which 34 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $34K.
What type of mine is Moss Mine & Mill?
Moss Mine & Mill is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Kings Mountain, Cleveland County, NC. It currently has 14 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Moss Mine & Mill?
According to MSHA records, Moss Mine & Mill has 26 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Moss Mine & Mill?
Moss Mine & Mill is operated by Imerys Mica Kings Mountain Inc and controlled by Imerys S A. MSHA Mine ID: 3100273.