Key Takeaway
Big Branch is a abandoned surface mine producing Coal, located in Coeburn, Wise County, VA. It has 11 violations on record (7 S&S) and $1K in proposed penalties. Operated by Twin Ridge Development, Inc..
Big Branch
Operator: Twin Ridge Development, Inc.
Controller: Edsel H Preece
Location: Coeburn, Wise County, VA
Recent Violations
View all 11 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23/2005 | 48.11(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $153 |
| 05/23/2005 | 48.11(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $178 |
| 05/23/2005 | 48.11(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $207 |
| 05/23/2005 | 48.11(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $268 |
| 05/21/2005 | 48.26(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $142 |
| 11/02/2004 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 11/02/2004 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $72 |
| 11/01/2004 | 77.1605(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 11/01/2004 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $72 |
| 10/30/2004 | 77.403-ag | S&S | ModNegligence | $72 |
| 10/30/2004 | 77.1606(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
Inspections
View all 8 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/13/2007 | 06/14/2007 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 10/05/2006 | 03/30/2007 | 2.50 | 1 |
| 05/15/2006 | 05/16/2006 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 10/04/2005 | 03/23/2006 | 27.50 | 2 |
| 05/21/2005 | 09/30/2005 | 40.50 | 1 |
| 11/03/2004 | 12/07/2004 | 8.50 | 1 |
| 11/02/2004 | 12/07/2004 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 10/28/2004 | 11/10/2004 | 45.50 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Big Branch have?
Big Branch has 11 MSHA violations on record, of which 7 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $1K.
What type of mine is Big Branch?
Big Branch is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Coeburn, Wise County, VA. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Big Branch?
According to MSHA records, Big Branch has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Big Branch?
Big Branch is operated by Twin Ridge Development, Inc. and controlled by Edsel H Preece. MSHA Mine ID: 4407103.