Key Takeaway
Trace Fork is a abandoned and sealed underground mine producing Coal, located in Vicco, Knott County, KY. It has 610 violations on record (178 S&S) and $73K in proposed penalties. Operated by Enterprise Mining Company LLC.
Trace Fork
Operator: Enterprise Mining Company LLC
Controller: Alpha Natural Resources Holdings, Inc
Location: Vicco, Knott County, KY
Recent Violations
View all 610 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/24/2006 | 75.333(b)(2) | S&S | ModNegligence | $286 |
| 08/24/2006 | 75.333(b)(2) | S&S | ModNegligence | $286 |
| 04/24/2006 | 75.403 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $60 |
| 04/18/2006 | 75.1715 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 04/17/2006 | 75.508-2 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 04/17/2006 | 75.360(f) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 04/17/2006 | 75.370(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $268 |
| 04/10/2006 | 75.1103-1 | S&S | ModNegligence | $723 |
| 04/10/2006 | 75.1103-5 | S&S | ModNegligence | $723 |
| 03/24/2006 | 75.1907(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $268 |
| 03/22/2006 | 75.325(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $963 |
| 03/22/2006 | 75.362(d)(1)(ii) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 03/22/2006 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 03/22/2006 | 75.211(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $350 |
| 03/15/2006 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $72 |
| 03/15/2006 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 03/15/2006 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $60 |
| 03/15/2006 | 77.1104 | S&S | ModNegligence | $72 |
| 03/15/2006 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 03/15/2006 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $154 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 57 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/05/2006 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 09/05/2006 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 07/24/2006 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 07/10/2006 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 06/28/2006 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 06/12/2006 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 02/28/2006 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 02/05/2006 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 12/20/2005 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 9d lost |
| 12/19/2005 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 86 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/27/2006 | 10/27/2006 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 08/02/2006 | 09/25/2006 | 42.50 | 1 |
| 04/04/2006 | 06/14/2006 | 217.00 | 5 |
| 01/03/2006 | 03/28/2006 | 470.50 | 8 |
| 10/03/2005 | 12/29/2005 | 426.75 | 10 |
| 09/27/2005 | 09/27/2005 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 08/01/2005 | 08/08/2005 | 11.00 | 1 |
| 07/05/2005 | 09/26/2005 | 364.50 | 8 |
| 06/22/2005 | 06/28/2005 | 31.00 | 3 |
| 04/11/2005 | 04/12/2005 | 12.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Trace Fork have?
Trace Fork has 610 MSHA violations on record, of which 178 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $73K.
What type of mine is Trace Fork?
Trace Fork is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Vicco, Knott County, KY. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Trace Fork?
According to MSHA records, Trace Fork has 57 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Trace Fork?
Trace Fork is operated by Enterprise Mining Company LLC and controlled by Alpha Natural Resources Holdings, Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 1518222.