Key Takeaway

Trace Branch Splint Mine is a active underground mine producing Coal, located in Cumberland, Harlan County, KY. It has 10 violations on record (2 S&S) and $830 in proposed penalties. Operated by Bluegrass Natural Resources, LLC.

Trace Branch Splint Mine

Active Underground Coal

Operator: Bluegrass Natural Resources, LLC

Controller: Javelin Global Commodities (UK) Ltd

Location: Cumberland, Harlan County, KY

Employees: 51

10
Violations
2
S&S Violations
1
Accidents
$830
Penalties

Recent Violations

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Date Section S&S Negligence Penalty
03/04/2026 75.1101-7(c) Non-S&S ModNegligence $0
02/27/2026 Non-S&S $0
02/26/2026 75.1712-3(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $0
02/23/2026 75.1107-16(b) Non-S&S LowNegligence $0
01/13/2026 75.370(a)(1) S&S ModNegligence $0
11/13/2025 75.342(a)(4) Non-S&S ModNegligence $151
11/05/2025 75.1914(a) S&S ModNegligence $226
11/04/2025 75.701 Non-S&S ModNegligence $151
11/04/2025 75.1715 Non-S&S LowNegligence $151
05/28/2025 77.1103(a) Non-S&S LowNegligence $151

Accidents & Injuries

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Date Classification Injury Days Lost
11/07/2025 SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT None

Inspections

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Begin End Hours Inspectors
02/27/2026 16.00 2
01/14/2026 01/27/2026 49.50 5
01/13/2026 142.00 7
11/03/2025 11/25/2025 152.00 5
10/22/2025 10/23/2025 10.00 1
09/22/2025 09/30/2025 48.00 6
08/26/2025 09/18/2025 98.50 4
08/06/2025 08/21/2025 43.00 6
05/27/2025 06/04/2025 57.25 4
04/29/2025 05/28/2025 6.00 1

Mine Details

MSHA Mine ID1519974
Mine TypeUnderground
StatusActive
CommodityCoal
SIC DescriptionCoal (Bituminous)
Employees51
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift8.0
Coordinates36.9161110, -82.9836110
Nearest TownCumberland

Frequently Asked Questions

How many MSHA violations does Trace Branch Splint Mine have?

Trace Branch Splint Mine has 10 MSHA violations on record, of which 2 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $830.

What type of mine is Trace Branch Splint Mine?

Trace Branch Splint Mine is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Cumberland, Harlan County, KY. It currently has 51 employees.

Has anyone been injured or killed at Trace Branch Splint Mine?

According to MSHA records, Trace Branch Splint Mine has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.

Who operates Trace Branch Splint Mine?

Trace Branch Splint Mine is operated by Bluegrass Natural Resources, LLC and controlled by Javelin Global Commodities (UK) Ltd. MSHA Mine ID: 1519974.