Key Takeaway
Apache Mine is a abandoned and sealed underground mine producing Coal, located in Elbert, Mcdowell County, WV. It has 367 violations on record (157 S&S) and $1.3M in proposed penalties. Operated by The New West Virginia Mining Company.
Apache Mine
Operator: The New West Virginia Mining Company
Controller: Brandy M Horvath
Location: Elbert, Mcdowell County, WV
Recent Violations
View all 367 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/03/2011 | 75.1725(a) | S&S | Reckless | $5,211 |
| 02/09/2011 | 41.12 | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 02/09/2011 | 75.223(b)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $263 |
| 02/09/2011 | 75.520 | S&S | HighNegligence | $4,440 |
| 02/09/2011 | 75.512 | S&S | HighNegligence | $4,440 |
| 02/07/2011 | 75.203(e)(1) | S&S | HighNegligence | $23,825 |
| 02/07/2011 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 02/04/2011 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 01/31/2011 | 75.1712-3(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $127 |
| 01/31/2011 | 75.380(d)(7)(iv) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $425 |
| 01/31/2011 | 75.380(d)(7)(vi) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $425 |
| 01/31/2011 | 75.380(d)(7)(iii) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 01/31/2011 | 75.380(d)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $362 |
| 01/31/2011 | 75.1714(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 01/31/2011 | 75.333(b)(5) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $425 |
| 01/31/2011 | 75.900 | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,203 |
| 01/31/2011 | 75.901(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,203 |
| 01/31/2011 | 75.521 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $243 |
| 01/25/2011 | 75.364(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $12,563 |
| 01/25/2011 | 75.370(a)(1) | S&S | HighNegligence | $12,563 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 13 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/02/2011 | MACHINERY | PERM TOT OR PERM PRTL DISABLTY | None |
| 02/04/2011 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 11/09/2010 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 97d lost |
| 07/17/2010 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | PERM TOT OR PERM PRTL DISABLTY | None |
| 06/30/2010 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 06/08/2010 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 05/04/2010 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 02/06/2010 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 01/27/2010 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 01/18/2010 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 4d lost |
Inspections
View all 36 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/29/2012 | 02/29/2012 | 0.75 | 1 |
| 10/12/2011 | 10/14/2011 | 8.50 | 1 |
| 08/15/2011 | 08/16/2011 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 07/21/2011 | 09/28/2011 | 1.50 | 1 |
| 07/18/2011 | 09/28/2011 | 1.50 | 1 |
| 04/08/2011 | 05/25/2011 | 12.25 | 1 |
| 03/29/2011 | 03/29/2011 | 3.50 | 1 |
| 03/08/2011 | 03/08/2011 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 02/04/2011 | 02/09/2011 | 30.25 | 3 |
| 01/20/2011 | 03/07/2011 | 151.75 | 4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Apache Mine have?
Apache Mine has 367 MSHA violations on record, of which 157 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $1.3M.
What type of mine is Apache Mine?
Apache Mine is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Elbert, Mcdowell County, WV. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Apache Mine?
According to MSHA records, Apache Mine has 13 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Apache Mine?
Apache Mine is operated by The New West Virginia Mining Company and controlled by Brandy M Horvath. MSHA Mine ID: 4609180.