Key Takeaway
Salem #2 is a temporarily idled surface mine producing Coal, located in Meta, Pike County, KY. It has 12 violations on record (7 S&S) and $1K in proposed penalties. Operated by Kentucky Fuel Corporation.
Salem #2
Operator: Kentucky Fuel Corporation
Controller: James C Justice III
Location: Meta, Pike County, KY
Recent Violations
View all 12 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/08/2014 | 77.400(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/08/2014 | 62.130(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/11/2006 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $124 |
| 07/11/2006 | 77.502 | S&S | ModNegligence | $124 |
| 07/11/2006 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $124 |
| 07/11/2006 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $124 |
| 07/10/2006 | 77.1000 | S&S | LowNegligence | $84 |
| 07/10/2006 | 77.1606(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $84 |
| 01/03/2005 | 71.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 07/10/2003 | 62.130(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 07/09/2003 | 77.1503(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $91 |
| 03/10/2003 | 71.220(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
Inspections
View all 37 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/30/2025 | 06/30/2025 | 2.50 | 1 |
| 10/16/2024 | 10/16/2024 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 02/26/2020 | 02/26/2020 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 12/31/2019 | 12/31/2019 | 1.75 | 1 |
| 09/18/2019 | 09/18/2019 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 03/20/2019 | 03/20/2019 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 12/04/2018 | 12/04/2018 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 09/10/2018 | 09/10/2018 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 06/15/2018 | 06/15/2018 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 03/07/2018 | 03/07/2018 | 1.50 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Salem #2 have?
Salem #2 has 12 MSHA violations on record, of which 7 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $1K.
What type of mine is Salem #2?
Salem #2 is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Meta, Pike County, KY. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Salem #2?
According to MSHA records, Salem #2 has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Salem #2?
Salem #2 is operated by Kentucky Fuel Corporation and controlled by James C Justice III. MSHA Mine ID: 1518608.