Sanborn Creek Mine
Abandoned and Sealed
Underground
Coal
Operator: Oxbow Mining, LLC
Controller: Oxbow Carbon LLC
Location: Somerset, Co, Gunnison County, CO
1,289
Violations
316
S&S Violations
100
Accidents
$619K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 1,289 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/15/2003 | 75.202(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $715 |
| 04/15/2003 | 75.220(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 04/10/2003 | 75.202(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $655 |
| 04/10/2003 | 75.220(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 04/10/2003 | 75.516-2(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 04/08/2003 | 75.202(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 04/08/2003 | 75.202(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 04/08/2003 | 75.1722(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $655 |
| 03/28/2003 | 75.362(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 03/20/2003 | 75.807 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 02/13/2003 | 75.512 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 02/05/2003 | 70.100(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $2,391 |
| 02/05/2003 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 02/05/2003 | 75.333(b)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 02/05/2003 | 75.333(c)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 02/05/2003 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 02/05/2003 | 75.512-2 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 02/02/2003 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 01/28/2003 | 75.1100-3 | S&S | ModNegligence | $760 |
| 01/27/2003 | 75.1910(j) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 100 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/31/2003 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 3d lost |
| 01/26/2003 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 48d lost |
| 01/26/2003 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 6d lost |
| 11/26/2002 | FALL OF FACE/RIB/PILLAR/SIDE/HIGHWALL | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 11/18/2002 | FALL OF FACE/RIB/PILLAR/SIDE/HIGHWALL | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 11/12/2002 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 84d lost |
| 10/27/2002 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 5d lost |
| 10/04/2002 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 3d lost |
| 09/29/2002 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 60d lost |
| 09/21/2002 | FALL OF FACE/RIB/PILLAR/SIDE/HIGHWALL | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 89d lost |
Inspections
View all 353 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/28/2003 | 09/30/2003 | 4.50 | 1 |
| 06/06/2003 | 06/06/2003 | 5.50 | 1 |
| 05/14/2003 | 05/14/2003 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 05/06/2003 | 05/06/2003 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 04/22/2003 | 04/22/2003 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 04/17/2003 | 04/17/2003 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 04/16/2003 | 04/16/2003 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 04/09/2003 | 04/09/2003 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 04/04/2003 | 06/30/2003 | 58.50 | 1 |
| 04/03/2003 | 04/03/2003 | 8.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID0504452
Mine TypeUnderground
StatusAbandoned and Sealed
CommodityCoal
SIC DescriptionCoal (Bituminous)
Days/Week0.0
Hours/Shift0.0
Coordinates38.9333330, -107.4500000
Nearest TownSomerset, Co
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Sanborn Creek Mine have?
Sanborn Creek Mine has 1289 MSHA violations on record, of which 316 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $619K.
What type of mine is Sanborn Creek Mine?
Sanborn Creek Mine is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Somerset, Co, Gunnison County, CO. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Sanborn Creek Mine?
According to MSHA records, Sanborn Creek Mine has 100 reported accident/injury records and 1 fatalities on file.
Who operates Sanborn Creek Mine?
Sanborn Creek Mine is operated by Oxbow Mining, LLC and controlled by Oxbow Carbon LLC. MSHA Mine ID: 0504452.