Key Takeaway

Slones Branch is a abandoned and sealed underground mine producing Coal, located in Pippa Passes, Knott County, KY. It has 378 violations on record (64 S&S) and $73K in proposed penalties. Operated by KNOTT COUNTY COAL LLC.

Slones Branch

Abandoned and Sealed Underground Coal

Operator: KNOTT COUNTY COAL LLC

Controller: American Resources Corporation

Location: Pippa Passes, Knott County, KY

378
Violations
64
S&S Violations
18
Accidents
$73K
Penalties

Recent Violations

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Date Section S&S Negligence Penalty
04/08/2013 72.520(b) Non-S&S LowNegligence $100
08/27/2012 75.1107-13(i) Non-S&S LowNegligence $100
08/20/2012 75.202(a) S&S ModNegligence $687
06/20/2012 77.1605(d) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
06/20/2012 77.410(c) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
06/14/2012 75.1714-8(a)(2) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
06/11/2012 77.402 Non-S&S LowNegligence $100
06/03/2012 75.1103-4(b) Non-S&S LowNegligence $100
05/29/2012 75.403 Non-S&S LowNegligence $100
05/15/2012 75.1101-8(b) Non-S&S ModNegligence $138
05/15/2012 75.1731(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $138
05/08/2012 75.503 Non-S&S ModNegligence $263
04/18/2012 75.333(c)(2) Non-S&S LowNegligence $100
04/11/2012 75.380(d)(7)(iii) Non-S&S LowNegligence $100
04/11/2012 75.1600-3(a)(1) Non-S&S ModNegligence $138
04/10/2012 75.360(g) Non-S&S LowNegligence $100
03/05/2012 75.400 Non-S&S ModNegligence $190
02/29/2012 77.1605(d) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
02/29/2012 77.1606(c) Non-S&S ModNegligence $108
02/29/2012 75.1914(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $108

Accidents & Injuries

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Date Classification Injury Days Lost
09/04/2013 POWERED HAULAGE DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT 2d lost, 15d restricted
06/20/2012 HANDLING OF MATERIALS NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT None
12/14/2011 NONPOWERED HAULAGE NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT None
08/31/2011 FALL OF ROOF OR BACK DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 133d lost
08/13/2011 POWERED HAULAGE NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT None
06/28/2011 STRIKING OR BUMPING DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 127d lost
09/28/2010 HANDLING OF MATERIALS NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT None
09/10/2010 HANDLING OF MATERIALS NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT None
07/30/2010 HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 230d lost
07/13/2010 STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 51d lost

Inspections

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Begin End Hours Inspectors
08/13/2014 08/13/2014 4.50 1
01/24/2014 01/27/2014 9.50 1
11/18/2013 12/11/2013 10.75 1
07/22/2013 07/25/2013 14.00 1
04/16/2013 06/05/2013 22.25 3
04/08/2013 04/11/2013 6.00 1
03/20/2013 03/20/2013 2.00 1
01/09/2013 01/10/2013 13.00 1
10/17/2012 11/16/2012 17.50 1
07/19/2012 07/19/2012 8.00 1

Mine Details

MSHA Mine ID1519323
Mine TypeUnderground
StatusAbandoned and Sealed
CommodityCoal
SIC DescriptionCoal (Bituminous)
Days/Week0.0
Hours/Shift0.0
Coordinates37.3738890, -82.8319440
Nearest TownPippa Passes

Frequently Asked Questions

How many MSHA violations does Slones Branch have?

Slones Branch has 378 MSHA violations on record, of which 64 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $73K.

What type of mine is Slones Branch?

Slones Branch is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Pippa Passes, Knott County, KY. It currently has 0 employees.

Has anyone been injured or killed at Slones Branch?

According to MSHA records, Slones Branch has 18 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.

Who operates Slones Branch?

Slones Branch is operated by KNOTT COUNTY COAL LLC and controlled by American Resources Corporation. MSHA Mine ID: 1519323.