Key Takeaway
United - Mine is a active surface mine producing Metal, located in Eveleth, St Louis County, MN. It has 720 violations on record (96 S&S) and $421K in proposed penalties. Operated by United Taconite LLC.
United - Mine
Operator: United Taconite LLC
Controller: Cleveland-Cliffs Inc
Location: Eveleth, St Louis County, MN
Employees: 155
Recent Violations
View all 720 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/26/2026 | 56.7013 | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/30/2026 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/30/2026 | 56.4102 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/30/2026 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/30/2026 | 56.14101(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/27/2026 | 56.4104(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/27/2026 | 56.4102 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/26/2026 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/26/2026 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/21/2026 | 56.14112(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/21/2026 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 03/28/2025 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $177 |
| 03/27/2025 | 56.11002 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/19/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/18/2025 | 56.4603(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 12/16/2024 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/12/2024 | 56.4201(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 12/12/2024 | 56.4603(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 12/10/2024 | 56.4402 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/09/2024 | 56.4402 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 136 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/05/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 09/16/2024 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | PERM TOT OR PERM PRTL DISABLTY | 90d lost |
| 08/22/2024 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/12/2024 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 05/30/2024 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 11/19/2023 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 120d lost |
| 08/29/2023 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 31d restricted |
| 07/12/2023 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 02/01/2023 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 3d lost, 42d restricted |
| 11/21/2022 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 20d lost, 19d restricted |
Inspections
View all 109 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/26/2026 | 03/02/2026 | 5.75 | 1 |
| 01/26/2026 | 01/26/2026 | 4.50 | 1 |
| 01/13/2026 | 02/02/2026 | 99.00 | 1 |
| 11/03/2025 | 11/06/2025 | 12.75 | 2 |
| 03/17/2025 | 04/02/2025 | 117.50 | 1 |
| 11/25/2024 | 12/23/2024 | 138.75 | 1 |
| 06/17/2024 | 06/20/2024 | 16.25 | 1 |
| 05/30/2024 | 06/03/2024 | 20.50 | 1 |
| 05/22/2024 | 05/22/2024 | 1.50 | 1 |
| 03/20/2024 | 03/28/2024 | 84.75 | 2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does United - Mine have?
United - Mine has 720 MSHA violations on record, of which 96 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $421K.
What type of mine is United - Mine?
United - Mine is a Surface mine producing Metal, located in Eveleth, St Louis County, MN. It currently has 155 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at United - Mine?
According to MSHA records, United - Mine has 136 reported accident/injury records and 1 fatalities on file.
Who operates United - Mine?
United - Mine is operated by United Taconite LLC and controlled by Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 2103403.