Key Takeaway
Turquoise Ridge is a active underground mine producing Metal, located in Golconda, Humboldt County, NV. It has 3,667 violations on record (714 S&S) and $3.9M in proposed penalties. Operated by Nevada Gold Mines LLC.
Turquoise Ridge
Operator: Nevada Gold Mines LLC
Controller: Barrick Nevada Holding LLC; Newmont USA Limited
Location: Golconda, Humboldt County, NV
Employees: 455
Recent Violations
View all 3,667 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/03/2026 | 57.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 03/02/2026 | 57.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 03/02/2026 | 57.4102 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 03/02/2026 | 57.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 03/02/2026 | 57.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 03/02/2026 | 57.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 03/02/2026 | 57.4761(a)(2)(i) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 03/02/2026 | 57.4761(a)(2)(i) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 03/02/2026 | 56.14100(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 03/01/2026 | 57.20011 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 03/01/2026 | 57.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 03/01/2026 | 57.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 03/01/2026 | 57.4201(a)(5) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/26/2026 | 57.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/26/2026 | 57.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/26/2026 | 57.11001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/26/2026 | 57.12020 | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/25/2026 | 57.4102 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/25/2026 | 57.20011 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/25/2026 | 57.3360 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 475 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/02/2026 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 12/11/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 12/07/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 12/02/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 19d restricted |
| 11/14/2025 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 11/14/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 16d restricted |
| 02/03/2025 | FALL OF FACE/RIB/PILLAR/SIDE/HIGHWALL | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 35d lost |
| 12/31/2024 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 11/04/2024 | HOISTING | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 10/25/2024 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
Inspections
View all 457 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/23/2026 | 63.00 | 2 | |
| 02/11/2026 | 02/12/2026 | 6.25 | 1 |
| 02/10/2026 | 7.00 | 1 | |
| 12/15/2025 | 12/16/2025 | 4.50 | 1 |
| 12/03/2025 | 12/16/2025 | 14.00 | 1 |
| 11/17/2025 | 12/10/2025 | 183.50 | 3 |
| 08/26/2025 | 08/26/2025 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 08/19/2025 | 09/25/2025 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 07/29/2025 | 08/25/2025 | 240.50 | 2 |
| 05/20/2025 | 06/26/2025 | 290.50 | 4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Turquoise Ridge have?
Turquoise Ridge has 3667 MSHA violations on record, of which 714 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $3.9M.
What type of mine is Turquoise Ridge?
Turquoise Ridge is a Underground mine producing Metal, located in Golconda, Humboldt County, NV. It currently has 455 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Turquoise Ridge?
According to MSHA records, Turquoise Ridge has 475 reported accident/injury records and 2 fatalities on file.
Who operates Turquoise Ridge?
Turquoise Ridge is operated by Nevada Gold Mines LLC and controlled by Barrick Nevada Holding LLC; Newmont USA Limited. MSHA Mine ID: 2602286.