Thompson Creek Mine
Active
Surface
Metal
Operator: Thompson Creek Mining Company
Controller: Thompson Creek Metals Co USA
Location: Clayton, ID, Custer County, ID
Employees: 41
322
Violations
60
S&S Violations
188
Accidents
$140K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 322 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/07/2026 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/07/2026 | 56.4102 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 01/07/2026 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/06/2026 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 01/06/2026 | 56.11012 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/06/2026 | 56.14103(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/06/2026 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/04/2025 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 06/04/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 06/04/2025 | 56.9300(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/04/2025 | 56.4102 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/04/2025 | 56.14103(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/20/2024 | 56.12019 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 11/20/2024 | 56.4102 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 11/20/2024 | 47.41(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 11/20/2024 | 56.14205 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 11/20/2024 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 09/07/2024 | 56.12068 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 09/06/2024 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 06/29/2022 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 188 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/30/2026 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 11/14/2025 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/08/2025 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 05/02/2025 | STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 14d lost, 36d restricted |
| 04/10/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 11d restricted |
| 04/03/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 9d restricted |
| 02/22/2025 | MACHINERY | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 25d restricted |
| 02/02/2025 | STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 137d restricted |
| 01/29/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 42d restricted |
| 01/27/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 21d lost, 88d restricted |
Inspections
View all 112 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/12/2026 | 01/13/2026 | 20.25 | 1 |
| 01/07/2026 | 01/07/2026 | 11.25 | 2 |
| 01/05/2026 | 01/08/2026 | 84.25 | 2 |
| 12/02/2025 | 12/02/2025 | 6.25 | 1 |
| 10/22/2025 | 10/22/2025 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 07/07/2025 | 07/08/2025 | 43.25 | 3 |
| 06/16/2025 | 06/16/2025 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 06/04/2025 | 06/04/2025 | 2.50 | 1 |
| 06/04/2025 | 06/05/2025 | 5.50 | 1 |
| 06/04/2025 | 06/06/2025 | 72.25 | 2 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID1000531
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommodityMetal
SIC DescriptionMolybdenum Ore
Employees41
Days/Week7.0
Hours/Shift0.0
Coordinates44.2591670, -114.3997220
Nearest TownClayton, ID
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Thompson Creek Mine have?
Thompson Creek Mine has 322 MSHA violations on record, of which 60 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $140K.
What type of mine is Thompson Creek Mine?
Thompson Creek Mine is a Surface mine producing Metal, located in Clayton, ID, Custer County, ID. It currently has 41 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Thompson Creek Mine?
According to MSHA records, Thompson Creek Mine has 188 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Thompson Creek Mine?
Thompson Creek Mine is operated by Thompson Creek Mining Company and controlled by Thompson Creek Metals Co USA. MSHA Mine ID: 1000531.