Searles Mine No. 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 & 9
Active
Surface
Coal
Operator: Southland Resources, Inc.
Controller: Pat A Jones
Location: Kellerman, Tuscaloosa County, AL
Employees: 20
250
Violations
92
S&S Violations
12
Accidents
$106K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 250 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/11/2025 | 50.30 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 06/28/2023 | 77.1607(p) | S&S | ModNegligence | $295 |
| 08/02/2021 | 77.1109(c)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 07/29/2021 | 77.1605(k) | S&S | ModNegligence | $487 |
| 01/14/2021 | 77.400(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $328 |
| 01/14/2021 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 01/14/2021 | 77.410(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $729 |
| 01/14/2021 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 01/14/2021 | 77.410(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $220 |
| 01/13/2021 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 01/13/2021 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 01/13/2021 | 72.620 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 01/07/2021 | 77.410(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $220 |
| 07/06/2020 | 72.620 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $185 |
| 01/25/2020 | 48.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 01/25/2020 | 48.30(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 10/23/2019 | 62.130(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $768 |
| 10/09/2019 | 77.400(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $121 |
| 10/09/2019 | 77.1103(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 10/09/2019 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $344 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 12 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/10/2019 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 2d lost, 8d restricted |
| 06/09/2018 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 262d lost |
| 11/18/2017 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 03/15/2012 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 5d lost |
| 05/18/2010 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 18d lost |
| 09/20/2008 | POWERED HAULAGE | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 32d lost, 31d restricted |
| 05/19/2008 | OTHER | INJURIES DUE TO NATURAL CAUSES | None |
| 03/13/2007 | FALL OF FACE/RIB/PILLAR/SIDE/HIGHWALL | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 314d lost |
| 02/03/2007 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 12/07/2006 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
Inspections
View all 147 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/13/2025 | 11/18/2025 | 24.00 | 1 |
| 09/10/2025 | 09/11/2025 | 6.25 | 1 |
| 06/19/2025 | 06/19/2025 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 06/03/2025 | 06/06/2025 | 22.50 | 1 |
| 03/11/2025 | 03/11/2025 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 12/31/2024 | 01/06/2025 | 33.00 | 1 |
| 07/10/2024 | 07/12/2024 | 23.50 | 1 |
| 05/22/2024 | 05/23/2024 | 2.50 | 1 |
| 02/12/2024 | 02/14/2024 | 24.50 | 1 |
| 12/19/2023 | 12/19/2023 | 3.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID0103172
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommodityCoal
SIC DescriptionCoal (Bituminous)
Employees20
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift10.0
Coordinates33.3291670, -87.3397220
Nearest TownKellerman
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Searles Mine No. 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 & 9 have?
Searles Mine No. 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 & 9 has 250 MSHA violations on record, of which 92 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $106K.
What type of mine is Searles Mine No. 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 & 9?
Searles Mine No. 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 & 9 is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Kellerman, Tuscaloosa County, AL. It currently has 20 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Searles Mine No. 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 & 9?
According to MSHA records, Searles Mine No. 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 & 9 has 12 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Searles Mine No. 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 & 9?
Searles Mine No. 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 & 9 is operated by Southland Resources, Inc. and controlled by Pat A Jones. MSHA Mine ID: 0103172.