Ep 16. Broken Bones

In the 16th episode of season 9 of Gold Rush, titled Broken Bones, tensions are high as the mining crews face setbacks and injuries. Parker Schnabel's team is struggling to access gold-rich ground through a road that is blocked by heavy snow, while Tony Beets' dredge faces a major mechanical failure that puts the entire operation in jeopardy.

Parker's team has already lost a week of mining due to the roadblock, and time is running out as winter approaches. They must find a solution fast in order to reach the ground that Parker believes holds the most gold. However, as they attempt to move a large boulder blocking the road, a dangerous accident occurs that leaves one team member with a broken bone and the rest of the crew shaken.

Meanwhile, Tony Beets' dredge is in desperate need of repairs after a key piece of equipment fails. The crew must work quickly to find a replacement part and get the dredge back up and running before it's too late. Tony is not one to take setbacks lightly, and tensions rise as he pushes his crew to work harder and faster.

Elsewhere, Rick Ness faces a setback of his own when his rock truck breaks down, leaving him stranded and unable to haul gold-rich pay dirt to the wash plant. He must quickly find a solution or risk falling behind the other mining crews.

As the miners face these challenges, they are reminded of the risks and dangers that come with the job. Safety is always a top priority, and the crew rallies together as they care for their injured team member and work to prevent further accidents.

The episode highlights the ups and downs of the mining season and the unpredictable nature of the job. The stakes are high as the crews race against time to mine as much gold as possible before winter sets in. Despite the setbacks and challenges, the miners remain determined to succeed and continue the search for gold.