Key Takeaway

Shannon Mine No. 3 is a active surface mine producing Coal, located in Adger, Jefferson County, AL. It has 63 violations on record (19 S&S) and $26K in proposed penalties. Operated by RJR Mining Company, Inc..

Shannon Mine No. 3

Active Surface Coal

Operator: RJR Mining Company, Inc.

Controller: Otis R Robison Jr

Location: Adger, Jefferson County, AL

Employees: 40

63
Violations
19
S&S Violations
4
Accidents
$26K
Penalties

Recent Violations

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Date Section S&S Negligence Penalty
12/10/2025 71.206(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $151
12/10/2025 71.206(a) Non-S&S HighNegligence $366
10/28/2025 77.410(a)(1) S&S ModNegligence $366
08/17/2025 71.206(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $151
08/17/2025 71.206(a) Non-S&S HighNegligence $366
02/04/2025 77.1710(i) S&S LowNegligence $366
02/04/2025 77.1710(i) S&S LowNegligence $366
02/04/2025 71.501 Non-S&S LowNegligence $151
12/26/2024 71.206(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $245
06/25/2024 77.1104 Non-S&S ModNegligence $147
06/25/2024 77.410(a)(1) S&S ModNegligence $535
06/25/2024 77.410(a)(1) S&S ModNegligence $535
03/13/2024 47.41(a) Non-S&S LowNegligence $147
03/13/2024 77.410(c) S&S ModNegligence $576
03/06/2024 77.1710(i) S&S HighNegligence $7,481
03/05/2024 77.1110 Non-S&S LowNegligence $147
03/05/2024 77.502 Non-S&S ModNegligence $147
03/05/2024 77.400(a) S&S ModNegligence $679
03/05/2024 77.1606(c) Non-S&S LowNegligence $147
08/24/2023 77.1104 Non-S&S LowNegligence $143

Accidents & Injuries

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Date Classification Injury Days Lost
08/13/2025 HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT None
04/03/2023 POWERED HAULAGE DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 79d lost
03/28/2023 HANDLING OF MATERIALS DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY 8d restricted
01/28/2021 SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY 7d restricted

Inspections

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Begin End Hours Inspectors
12/29/2025 12/29/2025 0.00 0
12/10/2025 12/10/2025 0.00 0
10/27/2025 11/06/2025 50.50 1
08/17/2025 08/17/2025 1.50 1
06/17/2025 06/27/2025 57.00 1
03/08/2025 03/10/2025 5.00 1
02/03/2025 02/11/2025 50.50 1
12/26/2024 03/10/2025 0.00 0
10/28/2024 10/29/2024 6.50 1
09/05/2024 09/05/2024 15.00 1

Mine Details

MSHA Mine ID0103523
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommodityCoal
SIC DescriptionCoal (Bituminous)
Employees40
Days/Week6.0
Hours/Shift10.0
Coordinates33.3850000, -87.0719440
Nearest TownAdger

Frequently Asked Questions

How many MSHA violations does Shannon Mine No. 3 have?

Shannon Mine No. 3 has 63 MSHA violations on record, of which 19 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $26K.

What type of mine is Shannon Mine No. 3?

Shannon Mine No. 3 is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Adger, Jefferson County, AL. It currently has 40 employees.

Has anyone been injured or killed at Shannon Mine No. 3?

According to MSHA records, Shannon Mine No. 3 has 4 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.

Who operates Shannon Mine No. 3?

Shannon Mine No. 3 is operated by RJR Mining Company, Inc. and controlled by Otis R Robison Jr. MSHA Mine ID: 0103523.