Key Takeaway
Abes Fork Surface Mine is a abandoned surface mine producing Coal, located in Breaks, Buchanan County, VA. It has 29 violations on record (9 S&S) and $2K in proposed penalties. Operated by Highwall Mining Company of Virginia, Inc..
Abes Fork Surface Mine
Operator: Highwall Mining Company of Virginia, Inc.
Controller: Mark G Altizer
Location: Breaks, Buchanan County, VA
Recent Violations
View all 29 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/11/2006 | 77.1607(i) | S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 07/11/2006 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 06/20/2006 | 77.410(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 06/20/2006 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 06/20/2006 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 06/19/2006 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 06/19/2006 | 77.502 | S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 01/30/2006 | 77.1103(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 01/25/2006 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 01/25/2006 | 77.1104 | S&S | ModNegligence | $107 |
| 01/24/2006 | 77.205(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 01/24/2006 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $107 |
| 01/24/2006 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 01/24/2006 | 77.410(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $107 |
| 01/24/2006 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $107 |
| 09/21/2005 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $60 |
| 09/21/2005 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $60 |
| 09/21/2005 | 77.205(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $107 |
| 09/15/2005 | 77.1607(i) | S&S | ModNegligence | $107 |
| 09/15/2005 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
Inspections
View all 12 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/10/2007 | 01/11/2007 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 06/19/2006 | 08/11/2006 | 52.50 | 2 |
| 01/24/2006 | 02/14/2006 | 44.00 | 2 |
| 09/15/2005 | 09/30/2005 | 28.50 | 1 |
| 01/05/2005 | 01/20/2005 | 37.75 | 2 |
| 01/05/2005 | 01/07/2005 | 10.75 | 1 |
| 05/19/2004 | 07/12/2004 | 26.25 | 1 |
| 05/19/2004 | 07/23/2004 | 7.75 | 1 |
| 04/09/2004 | 04/09/2004 | 3.50 | 1 |
| 03/22/2004 | 03/29/2004 | 9.75 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Abes Fork Surface Mine have?
Abes Fork Surface Mine has 29 MSHA violations on record, of which 9 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $2K.
What type of mine is Abes Fork Surface Mine?
Abes Fork Surface Mine is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Breaks, Buchanan County, VA. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Abes Fork Surface Mine?
According to MSHA records, Abes Fork Surface Mine has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Abes Fork Surface Mine?
Abes Fork Surface Mine is operated by Highwall Mining Company of Virginia, Inc. and controlled by Mark G Altizer. MSHA Mine ID: 4407084.