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
Operator: RJR Mining Company, Inc.
Controller: Otis R Robison Jr
Location: Adger, Jefferson County, AL
Employees: 40
Recent Violations
View all 63 →| 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
View all 4 →| 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
View all 43 →| 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 |
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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.