Key Takeaway

Adkins Branch Mine No 1A is a abandoned and sealed underground mine producing Coal, located in Panther, Mcdowell County, WV. It has 14 violations on record (10 S&S) and $129K in proposed penalties. Operated by Arjay Mining Inc.

Adkins Branch Mine No 1A

Abandoned and Sealed Underground Coal

Operator: Arjay Mining Inc

Controller: Michael Tolbert

Location: Panther, Mcdowell County, WV

14
Violations
10
S&S Violations
1
Accidents
$129K
Penalties

Recent Violations

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Date Section S&S Negligence Penalty
01/10/2006 75.1710 S&S Reckless $1,700
01/10/2006 75.1725 S&S HighNegligence $525
01/10/2006 75.520 S&S Reckless $1,700
01/09/2006 75.900 S&S ModNegligence $72
01/09/2006 75.515 Non-S&S ModNegligence $60
01/09/2006 75.400 S&S ModNegligence $99
01/07/2006 48.26(a) Non-S&S HighNegligence $300
01/07/2006 48.29 Non-S&S ModNegligence $200
01/05/2006 75.512 S&S HighNegligence $625
12/15/2005 Non-S&S $0
12/15/2005 77.1000 S&S Reckless $40,600
12/15/2005 75.360(b)(3) S&S Reckless $40,600
12/15/2005 75.362(a) S&S Reckless $40,600
12/15/2005 75.220(a)(1) S&S Reckless $2,100

Accidents & Injuries

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Date Classification Injury Days Lost
12/15/2005 FALL OF ROOF OR BACK FATALITY Fatal

Inspections

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Begin End Hours Inspectors
12/15/2005 08/01/2006 316.00 7
12/15/2005 08/01/2006 129.50 6

Mine Details

MSHA Mine ID4609106
Mine TypeUnderground
StatusAbandoned and Sealed
CommodityCoal
SIC DescriptionCoal (Bituminous)
Days/Week0.0
Hours/Shift0.0
Coordinates37.4797220, -81.8627770
Nearest TownPanther

Frequently Asked Questions

How many MSHA violations does Adkins Branch Mine No 1A have?

Adkins Branch Mine No 1A has 14 MSHA violations on record, of which 10 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $129K.

What type of mine is Adkins Branch Mine No 1A?

Adkins Branch Mine No 1A is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Panther, Mcdowell County, WV. It currently has 0 employees.

Has anyone been injured or killed at Adkins Branch Mine No 1A?

According to MSHA records, Adkins Branch Mine No 1A has 1 reported accident/injury records and 1 fatalities on file.

Who operates Adkins Branch Mine No 1A?

Adkins Branch Mine No 1A is operated by Arjay Mining Inc and controlled by Michael Tolbert. MSHA Mine ID: 4609106.