Smoky Valley Common Operations
Active
Surface
Metal
Operator: Round Mountain Gold Corporation
Controller: Kinross Gold Corp
Location: round mountain, Nye County, NV
Employees: 698
1,060
Violations
155
S&S Violations
290
Accidents
$716K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 1,060 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/10/2025 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $1,037 |
| 12/10/2025 | 56.13015 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $226 |
| 12/10/2025 | 56.4130(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/10/2025 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 12/10/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 12/10/2025 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/10/2025 | 56.12002 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/09/2025 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 12/09/2025 | 48.27 | S&S | LowNegligence | $374 |
| 12/09/2025 | 56.4104(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 12/09/2025 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/09/2025 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $336 |
| 12/09/2025 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $226 |
| 12/09/2025 | 56.4104(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 12/09/2025 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/08/2025 | 56.4601 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 12/08/2025 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/08/2025 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/08/2025 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/08/2025 | 56.17001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 290 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/09/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 11/11/2025 | OTHER | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 08/08/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 06/12/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 20d lost, 14d restricted |
| 05/10/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 1d restricted |
| 04/09/2025 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 7d lost |
| 03/27/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 17d lost, 24d restricted |
| 02/23/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 7d restricted |
| 02/13/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 7d restricted |
| 02/09/2025 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 30d restricted |
Inspections
View all 205 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/04/2025 | 12/12/2025 | 163.50 | 4 |
| 09/02/2025 | 09/08/2025 | 184.00 | 5 |
| 08/11/2025 | 08/13/2025 | 20.00 | 1 |
| 02/16/2025 | 02/24/2025 | 243.50 | 4 |
| 11/20/2024 | 11/21/2024 | 13.25 | 1 |
| 11/17/2024 | 11/21/2024 | 30.50 | 2 |
| 10/30/2024 | 10/30/2024 | 17.75 | 1 |
| 09/26/2024 | 09/27/2024 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 09/10/2024 | 09/12/2024 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 09/09/2024 | 09/15/2024 | 110.50 | 3 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID2600594
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommodityMetal
SIC DescriptionGold Ore
Employees698
Days/Week7.0
Hours/Shift12.0
Coordinates38.7083330, -117.1033330
Nearest Townround mountain
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Smoky Valley Common Operations have?
Smoky Valley Common Operations has 1060 MSHA violations on record, of which 155 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $716K.
What type of mine is Smoky Valley Common Operations?
Smoky Valley Common Operations is a Surface mine producing Metal, located in round mountain, Nye County, NV. It currently has 698 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Smoky Valley Common Operations?
According to MSHA records, Smoky Valley Common Operations has 290 reported accident/injury records and 1 fatalities on file.
Who operates Smoky Valley Common Operations?
Smoky Valley Common Operations is operated by Round Mountain Gold Corporation and controlled by Kinross Gold Corp. MSHA Mine ID: 2600594.