Key Takeaway
Young Mine is a active underground mine producing Metal, located in Strawberry Plains, Jefferson County, TN. It has 747 violations on record (210 S&S) and $403K in proposed penalties. Operated by Nyrstar Tennessee Mines, Strawberry Plains LLC.
Young Mine
Operator: Nyrstar Tennessee Mines, Strawberry Plains LLC
Controller: Nyrstar Netherlands Holdings B.V.
Location: Strawberry Plains, Jefferson County, TN
Employees: 158
Recent Violations
View all 747 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/23/2026 | 57.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/11/2026 | 57.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/11/2026 | 57.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/10/2026 | 57.11000 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/10/2026 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/10/2026 | 57.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/09/2026 | 57.5066(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/09/2026 | 57.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/09/2026 | 57.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 10/27/2025 | 57.20003(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/23/2025 | 41.12 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/22/2025 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/22/2025 | 57.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/22/2025 | 57.3200 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/22/2025 | 57.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/20/2025 | 57.4203 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/17/2025 | 57.14205 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/15/2025 | 57.14100(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $504 |
| 10/15/2025 | 57.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/15/2025 | 57.5066(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 117 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/24/2025 | FALL OF FACE/RIB/PILLAR/SIDE/HIGHWALL | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/05/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 75d restricted |
| 07/12/2025 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | FATALITY | Fatal |
| 05/20/2025 | FALL OF FACE/RIB/PILLAR/SIDE/HIGHWALL | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 6d restricted |
| 10/01/2024 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/07/2024 | OTHER | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 59d restricted |
| 04/15/2024 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 25d restricted |
| 11/06/2023 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 56d restricted |
| 10/24/2023 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 8d restricted |
| 10/08/2023 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 3d restricted |
Inspections
View all 215 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/23/2026 | 02/27/2026 | 7.25 | 1 |
| 02/13/2026 | 02/19/2026 | 0.50 | 1 |
| 02/09/2026 | 02/26/2026 | 128.75 | 5 |
| 12/17/2025 | 12/17/2025 | 15.50 | 2 |
| 10/15/2025 | 11/03/2025 | 126.00 | 4 |
| 09/29/2025 | 09/30/2025 | 10.25 | 1 |
| 08/21/2025 | 08/21/2025 | 4.50 | 1 |
| 07/12/2025 | 02/19/2026 | 381.75 | 11 |
| 07/01/2025 | 09/18/2025 | 76.50 | 4 |
| 06/30/2025 | 07/07/2025 | 11.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Young Mine have?
Young Mine has 747 MSHA violations on record, of which 210 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $403K.
What type of mine is Young Mine?
Young Mine is a Underground mine producing Metal, located in Strawberry Plains, Jefferson County, TN. It currently has 158 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Young Mine?
According to MSHA records, Young Mine has 117 reported accident/injury records and 2 fatalities on file.
Who operates Young Mine?
Young Mine is operated by Nyrstar Tennessee Mines, Strawberry Plains LLC and controlled by Nyrstar Netherlands Holdings B.V.. MSHA Mine ID: 4000168.