Key Takeaway
Sturgeon Freeman Fork is a active surface mine producing Coal, located in Buckhorn, Breathitt County, KY. It has 551 violations on record (159 S&S) and $229K in proposed penalties. Operated by Sturgeon Mining Co., Inc..
Sturgeon Freeman Fork
Operator: Sturgeon Mining Co., Inc.
Controller: Robert L Rosencrans
Location: Buckhorn, Breathitt County, KY
Employees: 5
Recent Violations
View all 551 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/20/2026 | 77.1001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 11/19/2025 | 77.1605(k) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 09/30/2025 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 09/29/2025 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $233 |
| 09/29/2025 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 09/29/2025 | 77.1606(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 09/29/2025 | 77.1607(n) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/14/2025 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/13/2025 | 77.1109(c)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/13/2025 | 48.29(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/12/2025 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/12/2025 | 77.1606(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/12/2025 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/12/2025 | 48.31 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $168 |
| 08/12/2025 | 48.31 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/11/2025 | 77.205(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/11/2025 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/11/2025 | 77.404(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 08/11/2025 | 72.100(e) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/11/2025 | 72.620 | S&S | ModNegligence | $209 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 4 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/26/2023 | FIRE | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 09/17/2014 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 03/29/2010 | OTHER | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 11/18/2008 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 153d lost |
Inspections
View all 76 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/20/2026 | 02/20/2026 | 14.00 | 1 |
| 11/04/2025 | 01/22/2026 | 92.00 | 4 |
| 09/29/2025 | 10/01/2025 | 21.00 | 1 |
| 08/14/2025 | 09/08/2025 | 22.50 | 3 |
| 08/06/2025 | 09/08/2025 | 115.00 | 3 |
| 10/02/2023 | 12/19/2023 | 58.00 | 3 |
| 09/14/2023 | 09/25/2023 | 9.25 | 2 |
| 09/12/2023 | 09/26/2023 | 31.50 | 2 |
| 04/12/2023 | 06/21/2023 | 129.75 | 4 |
| 03/27/2023 | 03/30/2023 | 20.25 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Sturgeon Freeman Fork have?
Sturgeon Freeman Fork has 551 MSHA violations on record, of which 159 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $229K.
What type of mine is Sturgeon Freeman Fork?
Sturgeon Freeman Fork is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Buckhorn, Breathitt County, KY. It currently has 5 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Sturgeon Freeman Fork?
According to MSHA records, Sturgeon Freeman Fork has 4 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Sturgeon Freeman Fork?
Sturgeon Freeman Fork is operated by Sturgeon Mining Co., Inc. and controlled by Robert L Rosencrans. MSHA Mine ID: 1518982.