2023 underground coal production (short tons, from MSHA):
2,413
2023 total coal production (short tons, from MSHA):
2,413
Coal type:
bituminous (from combined MSHA and EIA info)
CO2 metric tons 2022:
0
CO2 metric tons 2023:
5,236
Data from MSHA
(The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) is an agency of the United States Department of Labor which enforces compliance with mandatory safety and health standards for mines.)
Mine ID:
1519866
Mine state:
Kentucky
Portable operation (mine can move around):
N
Current mine name:
Shop Br.
Current mine type:
Underground
Current mine status:
Active
Status date:
05/10/2024
Current controller:
Jeffrey K Justus II
Current operator:
Knox Operating, LLC
County:
Pike
Company type:
Other
Latitude:
37.325278
Longitude:
-82.365
Directions to mine:
From Pikeville office US 23 to Belcher KY junction 1.26 miles on Route 80 from junction with 460. Mine is on left as you head toward Elkhorn City, KY at Beaver.
Nearest town:
Elkhorn City
Mine has underground component (yes/no):
y
Mine has surface component (yes/no):
n
Mine has refuse component (yes/no):
n
Mine has preparation plant (yes/no):
y
Methane liberation (cubic feet each 24 hours):
0
Data from GEM
Global Energy Monitor (GEM) is an independent nonprofit organization that develops and shares information in support of the worldwide movement for clean energy. These data are from its Global Coal Mine Tracker database.
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