Key Takeaway
Sims Mine is a intermittent surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Milburn, KY, Carlisle County, KY. It has 19 violations on record (5 S&S) and $2K in proposed penalties. Operated by Kentucky-Tennessee Clay Company.
Sims Mine
Operator: Kentucky-Tennessee Clay Company
Controller: Imerys S A
Location: Milburn, KY, Carlisle County, KY
Employees: 1
Recent Violations
View all 19 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/05/2025 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/07/2022 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 12/18/2012 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 06/14/2011 | 56.12004 | S&S | ModNegligence | $138 |
| 10/14/2010 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/14/2010 | 56.9315 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/23/2008 | 56.14100(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $108 |
| 06/19/2008 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/19/2008 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $108 |
| 06/19/2008 | 56.14132(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $243 |
| 06/19/2008 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/19/2008 | 56.9300(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $108 |
| 06/19/2008 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/19/2008 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/18/2008 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 05/09/2006 | 56.20002(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 05/18/2004 | 56.4104(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 06/27/2001 | 56.14200 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 06/27/2001 | 62.130(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 1 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/10/2010 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 10d lost, 32d restricted |
Inspections
View all 50 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/05/2025 | 11/06/2025 | 6.50 | 1 |
| 08/05/2025 | 08/05/2025 | 14.50 | 1 |
| 10/18/2024 | 02/19/2025 | 6.75 | 1 |
| 08/21/2024 | 08/26/2024 | 7.75 | 1 |
| 03/19/2024 | 03/19/2024 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 01/18/2023 | 01/20/2023 | 17.00 | 1 |
| 03/02/2022 | 03/07/2022 | 9.00 | 1 |
| 03/22/2021 | 03/22/2021 | 2.50 | 1 |
| 06/29/2020 | 07/02/2020 | 3.50 | 1 |
| 12/12/2019 | 12/16/2019 | 7.25 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Sims Mine have?
Sims Mine has 19 MSHA violations on record, of which 5 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $2K.
What type of mine is Sims Mine?
Sims Mine is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Milburn, KY, Carlisle County, KY. It currently has 1 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Sims Mine?
According to MSHA records, Sims Mine has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Sims Mine?
Sims Mine is operated by Kentucky-Tennessee Clay Company and controlled by Imerys S A. MSHA Mine ID: 1504512.