Viking Mine - Knox Pit
Abandoned
Surface
Coal
Operator: Peabody Midwest Mining, LLC
Controller: Peabody Energy Corporation
Location: Bicknell, Knox County, IN
228
Violations
39
S&S Violations
11
Accidents
$262K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 228 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/21/2017 | 77.502 | S&S | LowNegligence | $126 |
| 09/27/2011 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $745 |
| 09/27/2011 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/08/2011 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $4,689 |
| 01/07/2011 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $190 |
| 12/21/2010 | 77.1103(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $224 |
| 12/21/2010 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $4,689 |
| 12/21/2010 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $224 |
| 12/21/2010 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $224 |
| 12/21/2010 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $946 |
| 12/21/2010 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $224 |
| 11/22/2010 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $1,304 |
| 11/22/2010 | 77.1606(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $2,106 |
| 11/22/2010 | 72.620 | S&S | ModNegligence | $2,106 |
| 04/28/2010 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $5,503 |
| 04/27/2010 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $362 |
| 04/27/2010 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $362 |
| 04/26/2010 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $362 |
| 04/26/2010 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/26/2010 | 77.1606(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,795 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 11 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/03/2008 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 61d lost |
| 01/30/2007 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 12d lost |
| 08/01/2006 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/31/2001 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/16/2001 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 11/17/2000 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 61d lost |
| 09/06/2000 | POWERED HAULAGE | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 4d lost, 7d restricted |
| 08/23/2000 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/11/2000 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | PERM TOT OR PERM PRTL DISABLTY | None |
| 04/10/2000 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 60d lost |
Inspections
View all 57 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/15/2017 | 03/28/2017 | 12.75 | 2 |
| 10/12/2016 | 10/13/2016 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 08/16/2016 | 08/24/2016 | 23.25 | 2 |
| 10/07/2015 | 10/07/2015 | 1.75 | 1 |
| 05/11/2015 | 05/11/2015 | 2.25 | 1 |
| 03/10/2015 | 03/10/2015 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 09/15/2014 | 09/15/2014 | 2.75 | 1 |
| 03/18/2014 | 03/18/2014 | 2.50 | 1 |
| 08/05/2013 | 08/05/2013 | 2.75 | 1 |
| 02/04/2013 | 02/05/2013 | 3.50 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID1202063
Mine TypeSurface
StatusAbandoned
CommodityCoal
SIC DescriptionCoal (Bituminous)
Days/Week0.0
Hours/Shift0.0
Coordinates38.7263890, -87.2786110
Nearest TownBicknell
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Viking Mine - Knox Pit have?
Viking Mine - Knox Pit has 228 MSHA violations on record, of which 39 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $262K.
What type of mine is Viking Mine - Knox Pit?
Viking Mine - Knox Pit is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Bicknell, Knox County, IN. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Viking Mine - Knox Pit?
According to MSHA records, Viking Mine - Knox Pit has 11 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Viking Mine - Knox Pit?
Viking Mine - Knox Pit is operated by Peabody Midwest Mining, LLC and controlled by Peabody Energy Corporation. MSHA Mine ID: 1202063.