Key Takeaway
Trace Branch is a abandoned surface mine producing Coal, located in Panco, Clay County, KY. It has 27 violations on record (7 S&S) and $4K in proposed penalties. Operated by Trace Branch Mining, LLC.
Trace Branch
Operator: Trace Branch Mining, LLC
Controller: Jacob A Hubbard; Hunter R Hubbard; E Sue Hubbard
Location: Panco, Clay County, KY
Recent Violations
View all 27 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/25/2024 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 09/20/2024 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $164 |
| 06/05/2024 | 71.209(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 06/05/2024 | 62.120 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 04/09/2024 | 41.12 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 04/09/2024 | 48.23(c)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 04/09/2024 | 50.30 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 04/09/2024 | 77.1605(k) | S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 03/28/2024 | 72.100(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 03/28/2024 | 72.100(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 03/26/2024 | 77.205(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 01/02/2024 | 77.1605(a) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 12/12/2023 | 77.1606(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $172 |
| 12/11/2023 | 77.1605(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $164 |
| 12/11/2023 | 77.1605(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $172 |
| 12/11/2023 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 10/16/2023 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 10/16/2023 | 72.620 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 10/16/2023 | 77.400(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 09/27/2023 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
Inspections
View all 14 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/02/2024 | 12/03/2024 | 8.50 | 1 |
| 11/22/2024 | 12/12/2024 | 4.75 | 1 |
| 09/25/2024 | 09/25/2024 | 17.00 | 2 |
| 09/20/2024 | 09/25/2024 | 15.75 | 1 |
| 07/03/2024 | 07/03/2024 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 05/22/2024 | 05/22/2024 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 04/03/2024 | 06/05/2024 | 73.00 | 6 |
| 02/22/2024 | 03/28/2024 | 48.50 | 2 |
| 01/09/2024 | 01/18/2024 | 16.50 | 2 |
| 01/02/2024 | 01/02/2024 | 6.50 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Trace Branch have?
Trace Branch has 27 MSHA violations on record, of which 7 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $4K.
What type of mine is Trace Branch?
Trace Branch is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Panco, Clay County, KY. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Trace Branch?
According to MSHA records, Trace Branch has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Trace Branch?
Trace Branch is operated by Trace Branch Mining, LLC and controlled by Jacob A Hubbard; Hunter R Hubbard; E Sue Hubbard. MSHA Mine ID: 1519946.