Key Takeaway
Berry Branch Mine is a abandoned and sealed underground mine producing Coal, located in Spurlockville, Lincoln County, WV. It has 156 violations on record (90 S&S) and $20K in proposed penalties. Operated by Hobet Mining, Inc..
Berry Branch Mine
Operator: Hobet Mining, Inc.
Location: Spurlockville, Lincoln County, WV
Recent Violations
View all 156 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/23/2002 | 75.503 | S&S | ModNegligence | $83 |
| 09/23/2002 | 75.503 | S&S | ModNegligence | $83 |
| 09/23/2002 | 75.701 | S&S | ModNegligence | $104 |
| 08/20/2002 | 75.202(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $97 |
| 08/20/2002 | 75.220(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $104 |
| 08/20/2002 | 75.333(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $140 |
| 06/24/2002 | 75.1725(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $161 |
| 06/07/2002 | 75.1107-4(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 06/07/2002 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 06/07/2002 | 75.340(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 06/05/2002 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 06/05/2002 | 75.400 | S&S | ModNegligence | $122 |
| 06/03/2002 | 75.370(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 06/03/2002 | 75.220(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $113 |
| 12/13/2001 | 77.1606(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $90 |
| 12/13/2001 | 77.410(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $90 |
| 12/11/2001 | 77.205(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $259 |
| 12/11/2001 | 75.604(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $259 |
| 12/11/2001 | 75.517 | S&S | ModNegligence | $259 |
| 12/11/2001 | 75.400 | S&S | ModNegligence | $207 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 17 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/03/2002 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 54d lost |
| 10/15/2001 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 35d lost |
| 08/06/2001 | POWERED HAULAGE | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/14/2001 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 04/08/2001 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 03/30/2001 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 314d lost |
| 10/28/2000 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 10d lost |
| 09/29/2000 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 42d lost |
| 08/29/2000 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 07/31/2000 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
Inspections
View all 40 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/13/2002 | 12/13/2002 | 1.00 | 1 |
| 09/30/2002 | 10/07/2002 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 08/20/2002 | 08/21/2002 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 07/09/2002 | 07/09/2002 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 07/02/2002 | 09/26/2002 | 61.50 | 6 |
| 06/24/2002 | 06/24/2002 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 06/04/2002 | 06/04/2002 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 05/02/2002 | 06/25/2002 | 105.50 | 3 |
| 01/03/2002 | 02/07/2002 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 01/03/2002 | 02/07/2002 | 10.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Berry Branch Mine have?
Berry Branch Mine has 156 MSHA violations on record, of which 90 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $20K.
What type of mine is Berry Branch Mine?
Berry Branch Mine is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Spurlockville, Lincoln County, WV. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Berry Branch Mine?
According to MSHA records, Berry Branch Mine has 17 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Berry Branch Mine?
Berry Branch Mine is operated by Hobet Mining, Inc.. MSHA Mine ID: 4608744.