Key Takeaway
Auger #38 is a nonproducing surface mine producing Coal, located in Linefork, Letcher County, KY. It has 9 violations on record (2 S&S) and $2K in proposed penalties. Operated by DirtWorx Mining LLC.
Auger #38
Operator: DirtWorx Mining LLC
Controller: Michael Day
Location: Linefork, Letcher County, KY
Employees: 4
Recent Violations
View all 9 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/18/2025 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 09/09/2025 | 77.404(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $755 |
| 09/09/2025 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 09/09/2025 | 77.400(d) | S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/10/2024 | 48.28(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $168 |
| 12/04/2024 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 12/04/2024 | 77.1605(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 09/19/2024 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 09/19/2024 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
Inspections
View all 5 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/03/2026 | 0.00 | 0 | |
| 09/08/2025 | 09/26/2025 | 36.50 | 2 |
| 12/04/2024 | 12/16/2024 | 38.50 | 1 |
| 09/23/2024 | 09/23/2024 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 09/05/2024 | 09/19/2024 | 27.50 | 2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Auger #38 have?
Auger #38 has 9 MSHA violations on record, of which 2 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $2K.
What type of mine is Auger #38?
Auger #38 is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Linefork, Letcher County, KY. It currently has 4 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Auger #38?
According to MSHA records, Auger #38 has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Auger #38?
Auger #38 is operated by DirtWorx Mining LLC and controlled by Michael Day. MSHA Mine ID: 1519966.