Key Takeaway
Smoky Canyon Mine is a active surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Afton, Caribou County, ID. It has 272 violations on record (52 S&S) and $97K in proposed penalties. Operated by J R Simplot Company.
Smoky Canyon Mine
Operator: J R Simplot Company
Controller: Scott Simplot
Location: Afton, Caribou County, ID
Employees: 235
Recent Violations
View all 272 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/21/2026 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 08/06/2025 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $398 |
| 08/06/2025 | 58.620 | S&S | LowNegligence | $398 |
| 08/06/2025 | 56.11012 | S&S | ModNegligence | $592 |
| 08/05/2025 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $465 |
| 08/04/2025 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/04/2025 | 56.14101(a)(3) | S&S | LowNegligence | $1,037 |
| 08/04/2025 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $465 |
| 08/04/2025 | 56.12020 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $465 |
| 02/12/2025 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $465 |
| 02/12/2025 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/11/2025 | 56.14100(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/11/2025 | 56.4500 | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,550 |
| 02/11/2025 | 56.14100(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $313 |
| 02/11/2025 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/11/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/11/2025 | 47.44(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/10/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $313 |
| 02/10/2025 | 56.4104(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/10/2025 | 47.42(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 115 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/20/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 09/22/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/15/2025 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 02/11/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 11/18/2024 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 05/22/2024 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 03/19/2024 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 28d lost |
| 01/08/2024 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/03/2023 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | ALL OTHER CASES (INCL 1ST AID) | None |
| 04/21/2021 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 70d lost |
Inspections
View all 101 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/20/2026 | 01/29/2026 | 60.50 | 2 |
| 12/08/2025 | 12/12/2025 | 14.00 | 1 |
| 08/03/2025 | 08/08/2025 | 115.00 | 2 |
| 07/29/2025 | 07/29/2025 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 05/19/2025 | 05/19/2025 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 02/11/2025 | 02/24/2025 | 9.50 | 1 |
| 02/07/2025 | 02/13/2025 | 62.25 | 2 |
| 12/04/2024 | 12/06/2024 | 19.00 | 1 |
| 08/13/2024 | 08/14/2024 | 8.50 | 1 |
| 08/06/2024 | 08/13/2024 | 101.25 | 2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Smoky Canyon Mine have?
Smoky Canyon Mine has 272 MSHA violations on record, of which 52 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $97K.
What type of mine is Smoky Canyon Mine?
Smoky Canyon Mine is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Afton, Caribou County, ID. It currently has 235 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Smoky Canyon Mine?
According to MSHA records, Smoky Canyon Mine has 115 reported accident/injury records and 1 fatalities on file.
Who operates Smoky Canyon Mine?
Smoky Canyon Mine is operated by J R Simplot Company and controlled by Scott Simplot. MSHA Mine ID: 1001590.