Key Takeaway
Smith Fork Mine No 1 is a abandoned and sealed underground mine producing Coal, located in Meta, Pike County, KY. It has 46 violations on record (19 S&S) and $8K in proposed penalties. Operated by Mc Coy Elkhorn Coal Corp.
Smith Fork Mine No 1
Operator: Mc Coy Elkhorn Coal Corp
Controller: James River Coal Company
Location: Meta, Pike County, KY
Recent Violations
View all 46 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/25/2001 | 75.400 | S&S | ModNegligence | $242 |
| 01/25/2001 | 75.312(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
| 01/23/2001 | 75.333(d)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 01/23/2001 | 75.208 | S&S | ModNegligence | $242 |
| 01/23/2001 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 01/23/2001 | 75.400 | S&S | ModNegligence | $242 |
| 01/04/2001 | 75.1101-1(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 01/04/2001 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 01/04/2001 | 75.208 | S&S | ModNegligence | $242 |
| 12/01/2000 | 75.370(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $475 |
| 12/01/2000 | 75.370(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $475 |
| 11/28/2000 | 75.323(e) | S&S | ModNegligence | $475 |
| 11/28/2000 | 75.323(e) | S&S | ModNegligence | $475 |
| 11/28/2000 | 75.370(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $475 |
| 11/28/2000 | 75.370(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $475 |
| 11/01/2000 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 11/01/2000 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 11/01/2000 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 10/24/2000 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
| 10/24/2000 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 6 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/14/2000 | FALL OF FACE/RIB/PILLAR/SIDE/HIGHWALL | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 2d restricted |
| 09/18/2000 | MACHINERY | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 3d restricted |
| 09/07/2000 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 7d restricted |
| 08/10/2000 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 07/13/2000 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 05/18/2000 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 120d lost |
Inspections
View all 30 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/16/2001 | 08/03/2001 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 04/18/2001 | 06/05/2001 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 02/27/2001 | 02/28/2001 | 4.50 | 1 |
| 01/31/2001 | 02/08/2001 | 19.50 | 1 |
| 01/03/2001 | 02/12/2001 | 51.00 | 1 |
| 01/03/2001 | 02/12/2001 | 11.00 | 1 |
| 12/09/2000 | 12/09/2000 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 12/02/2000 | 12/02/2000 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 11/27/2000 | 12/04/2000 | 7.50 | 1 |
| 11/22/2000 | 12/04/2000 | 40.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Smith Fork Mine No 1 have?
Smith Fork Mine No 1 has 46 MSHA violations on record, of which 19 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $8K.
What type of mine is Smith Fork Mine No 1?
Smith Fork Mine No 1 is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Meta, Pike County, KY. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Smith Fork Mine No 1?
According to MSHA records, Smith Fork Mine No 1 has 6 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Smith Fork Mine No 1?
Smith Fork Mine No 1 is operated by Mc Coy Elkhorn Coal Corp and controlled by James River Coal Company. MSHA Mine ID: 1516693.