Key Takeaway
Trace Fork #2 is a nonproducing underground mine producing Coal, located in Eolia, Letcher County, KY. It has 269 violations on record (61 S&S) and $60K in proposed penalties. Operated by Cumberland Coal Corporation.
Trace Fork #2
Operator: Cumberland Coal Corporation
Controller: Keri Findley
Location: Eolia, Letcher County, KY
Employees: 3
Recent Violations
View all 269 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/08/2026 | 77.505 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 12/01/2025 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 12/01/2025 | 77.1000 | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 12/01/2025 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 12/01/2025 | 75.372(a)(1) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 12/01/2025 | 75.1502(a) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 12/01/2025 | 75.364(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $168 |
| 12/01/2025 | 48.3(n) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 12/01/2025 | 75.220(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $168 |
| 12/01/2025 | 75.370(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $168 |
| 12/01/2025 | 75.372(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $168 |
| 12/01/2025 | 75.1502(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $168 |
| 12/01/2025 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $168 | |
| 12/01/2025 | 77.1000 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $168 |
| 12/01/2025 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 | |
| 12/01/2025 | 75.364(a)(1) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 12/01/2025 | 75.220(a)(1) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 12/01/2025 | 75.370(a)(1) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 11/25/2024 | 75.1507(a)(2) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $421 |
| 11/14/2024 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $1,321 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 3 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/23/2024 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 63d lost |
| 01/08/2024 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 64d lost, 19d restricted |
| 10/13/2022 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 101d lost |
Inspections
View all 33 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/05/2026 | 01/14/2026 | 39.75 | 1 |
| 10/01/2025 | 12/22/2025 | 71.50 | 3 |
| 09/05/2025 | 09/05/2025 | 7.00 | 2 |
| 07/01/2025 | 07/31/2025 | 34.00 | 1 |
| 04/02/2025 | 05/21/2025 | 44.50 | 3 |
| 01/06/2025 | 01/31/2025 | 32.00 | 1 |
| 10/21/2024 | 12/03/2024 | 53.50 | 1 |
| 09/26/2024 | 09/26/2024 | 9.50 | 1 |
| 09/05/2024 | 09/05/2024 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 07/08/2024 | 08/29/2024 | 241.50 | 9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Trace Fork #2 have?
Trace Fork #2 has 269 MSHA violations on record, of which 61 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $60K.
What type of mine is Trace Fork #2?
Trace Fork #2 is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Eolia, Letcher County, KY. It currently has 3 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Trace Fork #2?
According to MSHA records, Trace Fork #2 has 3 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Trace Fork #2?
Trace Fork #2 is operated by Cumberland Coal Corporation and controlled by Keri Findley. MSHA Mine ID: 1519909.