Bear Branch Surface Mine

Bear Branch Surface Mine is a coal mining operation in Perry County, KY, owned by James River Coal Company.

Mine Data

 * MSHA ID:	1519053
 * Operator:	James River Coal Service Company
 * Controller:	James River Coal Company
 * Union:
 * County:	Perry
 * State:	KY
 * Latitude:	37.13
 * Longitude:	-83.11
 * 2007 Production (short tons):	257,751
 * Coal Type:	Bituminous
 * Mining Method:	Surface
 * Mine Status:	Active
 * Average No. of Employees:	 22

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