Key Takeaway
New Elk Mine is a abandoned and sealed underground mine producing Coal, located in Weston, Las Animas County, CO. It has 146 violations on record (53 S&S) and $228K in proposed penalties. Operated by New Elk Coal Company LLC.
New Elk Mine
Operator: New Elk Coal Company LLC
Controller: Allegiance Coal LTD
Location: Weston, Las Animas County, CO
Recent Violations
View all 146 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/07/2015 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 | |
| 12/03/2014 | 75.1711 | Non-S&S | NoNegligence | $100 |
| 09/18/2013 | 75.350(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 06/04/2013 | 49.17(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,304 |
| 06/04/2013 | 49.18(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $499 |
| 02/05/2013 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 01/29/2013 | 75.223(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 01/28/2013 | 48.7(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 01/15/2013 | 75.380(d)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $499 |
| 09/12/2012 | 75.321(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/12/2012 | 75.380(d)(4)(iv) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 08/06/2012 | 75.203(b) | S&S | HighNegligence | $1,111 |
| 08/03/2012 | 75.202(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $6,115 |
| 08/03/2012 | 75.202(a) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 08/03/2012 | 75.220(a) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 08/03/2012 | 75.1403 | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 08/03/2012 | 75.360(a)(1) | S&S | HighNegligence | $4,000 |
| 07/31/2012 | Non-S&S | Reckless | $167 | |
| 07/24/2012 | 75.403 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/18/2012 | Non-S&S | $0 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 33 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/14/2013 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 01/06/2013 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 07/18/2012 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 05/19/2012 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 05/11/2012 | POWERED HAULAGE | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/08/2012 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 33d lost |
| 03/07/2012 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 03/04/2012 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 12/28/2011 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 125d lost |
| 12/17/2011 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 5d lost |
Inspections
View all 55 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/07/2015 | 08/13/2015 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 05/11/2015 | 05/19/2015 | 10.00 | 3 |
| 01/26/2015 | 01/28/2015 | 17.00 | 1 |
| 11/24/2014 | 12/17/2014 | 10.50 | 2 |
| 07/11/2014 | 07/17/2014 | 11.50 | 1 |
| 05/14/2014 | 06/30/2014 | 10.00 | 2 |
| 05/13/2014 | 05/19/2014 | 29.00 | 1 |
| 02/14/2014 | 02/28/2014 | 14.00 | 1 |
| 10/27/2013 | 10/29/2013 | 14.75 | 1 |
| 09/16/2013 | 09/25/2013 | 14.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does New Elk Mine have?
New Elk Mine has 146 MSHA violations on record, of which 53 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $228K.
What type of mine is New Elk Mine?
New Elk Mine is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Weston, Las Animas County, CO. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at New Elk Mine?
According to MSHA records, New Elk Mine has 33 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates New Elk Mine?
New Elk Mine is operated by New Elk Coal Company LLC and controlled by Allegiance Coal LTD. MSHA Mine ID: 0500296.