Key Takeaway
Auger No. 1 is a nonproducing surface mine producing Coal, located in Richlands, Tazewell County, VA. It has 21 violations on record (4 S&S) and $2K in proposed penalties. Operated by Auger Coal, LLC.
Auger No. 1
Operator: Auger Coal, LLC
Controller: Ultra Transport LLC; Jim Richardson Trucking & Construction LLC etal
Location: Richlands, Tazewell County, VA
Employees: 2
Recent Violations
View all 21 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/19/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/19/2025 | 77.410(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 05/07/2025 | 77.1000 | S&S | ModNegligence | $193 |
| 11/20/2024 | 48.23(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 11/20/2024 | 77.107 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 09/03/2015 | 77.1000 | S&S | ModNegligence | $162 |
| 09/03/2015 | 71.404(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/03/2015 | 41.12 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/01/2015 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/01/2015 | 77.504 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/10/2014 | 77.205(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $176 |
| 05/06/2014 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/08/2009 | 77.1710(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 08/23/2007 | 77.1000 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 08/23/2007 | 77.205(e) | S&S | ModNegligence | $150 |
| 08/23/2007 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 01/30/2007 | 71.403 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 09/26/2005 | 71.403 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 09/26/2005 | 48.23(c)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 06/28/2004 | 77.1501(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
Inspections
View all 32 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12/2025 | 12/01/2025 | 21.75 | 1 |
| 09/09/2025 | 09/09/2025 | 4.25 | 1 |
| 04/02/2025 | 08/27/2025 | 57.00 | 5 |
| 11/20/2024 | 01/14/2025 | 25.25 | 1 |
| 08/19/2024 | 09/25/2024 | 52.00 | 1 |
| 08/23/2016 | 08/30/2016 | 0.25 | 1 |
| 03/08/2016 | 03/28/2016 | 46.50 | 4 |
| 11/30/2015 | 12/01/2015 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 09/08/2015 | 09/08/2015 | 4.25 | 1 |
| 08/31/2015 | 09/09/2015 | 57.75 | 3 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Auger No. 1 have?
Auger No. 1 has 21 MSHA violations on record, of which 4 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $2K.
What type of mine is Auger No. 1?
Auger No. 1 is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Richlands, Tazewell County, VA. It currently has 2 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Auger No. 1?
According to MSHA records, Auger No. 1 has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Auger No. 1?
Auger No. 1 is operated by Auger Coal, LLC and controlled by Ultra Transport LLC; Jim Richardson Trucking & Construction LLC etal. MSHA Mine ID: 4407089.