Key Takeaway
Orchard Branch F Mine is a active underground mine producing Coal, located in Cumberland, Harlan County, KY. It has 98 violations on record (27 S&S) and $24K in proposed penalties. Operated by Bluegrass Natural Resources, LLC.
Orchard Branch F Mine
Operator: Bluegrass Natural Resources, LLC
Controller: Javelin Global Commodities (UK) Ltd
Location: Cumberland, Harlan County, KY
Employees: 25
Recent Violations
View all 98 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/09/2026 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/09/2026 | 75.604(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/03/2026 | 75.362(g)(2)(i) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/02/2026 | 75.1702 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/29/2026 | 75.604(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/22/2026 | 75.340(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/21/2026 | 75.512 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/21/2026 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/16/2026 | 77.512 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/14/2026 | 75.515 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/25/2025 | 75.1910(j) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/21/2025 | 77.512 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/20/2025 | 75.1714-3(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 10/16/2025 | 72.630(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $642 |
| 10/16/2025 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 10/14/2025 | 75.523-3(e) | S&S | ModNegligence | $432 |
| 10/14/2025 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/07/2025 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/07/2025 | 75.515 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/06/2025 | 75.333(h) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
Inspections
View all 29 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/05/2026 | 02/17/2026 | 200.00 | 4 |
| 12/10/2025 | 12/10/2025 | 9.00 | 1 |
| 10/01/2025 | 11/26/2025 | 190.00 | 3 |
| 09/24/2025 | 09/25/2025 | 21.00 | 2 |
| 09/18/2025 | 09/22/2025 | 9.50 | 1 |
| 09/17/2025 | 09/17/2025 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 09/16/2025 | 01/14/2026 | 75.00 | 5 |
| 07/01/2025 | 09/15/2025 | 194.50 | 7 |
| 04/01/2025 | 06/05/2025 | 187.00 | 7 |
| 03/25/2025 | 03/31/2025 | 8.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Orchard Branch F Mine have?
Orchard Branch F Mine has 98 MSHA violations on record, of which 27 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $24K.
What type of mine is Orchard Branch F Mine?
Orchard Branch F Mine is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Cumberland, Harlan County, KY. It currently has 25 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Orchard Branch F Mine?
According to MSHA records, Orchard Branch F Mine has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Orchard Branch F Mine?
Orchard Branch F Mine is operated by Bluegrass Natural Resources, LLC and controlled by Javelin Global Commodities (UK) Ltd. MSHA Mine ID: 1519947.