Key Takeaway
Underground Black River Operation is a active underground mine producing Stone, located in Butler, Pendleton County, KY. It has 1,141 violations on record (355 S&S) and $771K in proposed penalties. Operated by Carmeuse Lime and Stone Inc.
Underground Black River Operation
Operator: Carmeuse Lime and Stone Inc
Controller: Carmeuse Holding SA
Location: Butler, Pendleton County, KY
Employees: 163
Recent Violations
View all 1,141 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/29/2026 | 57.20013 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/29/2026 | 57.14110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/28/2026 | 57.12030 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/28/2026 | 57.4402 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/28/2026 | 57.20011 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/23/2026 | 57.11008 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/22/2026 | 57.12020 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/22/2026 | 57.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/22/2026 | 57.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/22/2026 | 57.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/21/2026 | 57.4530 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/21/2026 | 57.9300(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/21/2026 | 57.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/21/2026 | 57.14109(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/21/2026 | 57.14107(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/21/2026 | 57.4104(b)(2) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/21/2026 | 57.18002(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/21/2026 | 57.14100(b) | S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/16/2026 | 57.9100(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/15/2026 | 57.12032 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 200 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/31/2026 | OTHER | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 3d lost |
| 01/30/2026 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 01/18/2026 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 01/18/2026 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 12/13/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 6d lost |
| 10/07/2025 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 09/02/2025 | ENTRAPMENT | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 09/02/2025 | HOISTING | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 08/11/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 26d lost |
| 08/07/2025 | POWERED HAULAGE | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 252 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/12/2026 | 02/05/2026 | 175.50 | 3 |
| 01/07/2026 | 01/08/2026 | 17.50 | 1 |
| 11/24/2025 | 11/26/2025 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 10/20/2025 | 11/12/2025 | 130.50 | 2 |
| 09/02/2025 | 09/08/2025 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 07/14/2025 | 08/11/2025 | 163.75 | 2 |
| 06/30/2025 | 08/25/2025 | 53.25 | 3 |
| 06/09/2025 | 06/23/2025 | 52.00 | 1 |
| 04/21/2025 | 05/08/2025 | 170.00 | 2 |
| 02/27/2025 | 02/27/2025 | 2.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Underground Black River Operation have?
Underground Black River Operation has 1141 MSHA violations on record, of which 355 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $771K.
What type of mine is Underground Black River Operation?
Underground Black River Operation is a Underground mine producing Stone, located in Butler, Pendleton County, KY. It currently has 163 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Underground Black River Operation?
According to MSHA records, Underground Black River Operation has 200 reported accident/injury records and 1 fatalities on file.
Who operates Underground Black River Operation?
Underground Black River Operation is operated by Carmeuse Lime and Stone Inc and controlled by Carmeuse Holding SA. MSHA Mine ID: 1500062.