Key Takeaway
Bismarck Mine is a abandoned surface mine producing Coal, located in Mt. Storm, Grant County, WV. It has 243 violations on record (63 S&S) and $130K in proposed penalties. Operated by Vindex Energy LLC.
Bismarck Mine
Operator: Vindex Energy LLC
Controller: Arch Resources Inc
Location: Mt. Storm, Grant County, WV
Recent Violations
View all 243 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/24/2016 | 77.1109(c)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $114 |
| 09/08/2016 | 77.502 | S&S | LowNegligence | $114 |
| 01/12/2016 | 77.502 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 11/17/2015 | 70.212(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 11/13/2015 | 75.1600-2(e) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $460 |
| 11/09/2015 | 70.207(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 11/09/2015 | 70.207(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/13/2015 | 75.512 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 09/30/2015 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $167 | |
| 09/21/2015 | 70.206(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 08/26/2015 | 75.220(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 08/26/2015 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 08/17/2015 | 75.809 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 08/06/2015 | 75.333(h) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 08/06/2015 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 08/04/2015 | 75.220(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/15/2015 | 75.403 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/15/2015 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/15/2015 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/15/2015 | 75.400 | S&S | ModNegligence | $224 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 10 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24/2015 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/03/2012 | OTHER | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 11d lost, 41d restricted |
| 04/27/2012 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 15d lost, 5d restricted |
| 11/03/2011 | OTHER | INJURIES DUE TO NATURAL CAUSES | 7d lost |
| 10/20/2011 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 2d lost, 110d restricted |
| 09/01/2011 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/30/2011 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 166d lost |
| 08/08/2011 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 12/23/2010 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 67d restricted |
| 12/23/2010 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 67d restricted |
Inspections
View all 75 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/25/2017 | 05/25/2017 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 04/03/2017 | 04/13/2017 | 7.25 | 1 |
| 01/10/2017 | 01/10/2017 | 5.50 | 1 |
| 10/19/2016 | 11/14/2016 | 41.00 | 2 |
| 08/31/2016 | 09/09/2016 | 25.00 | 1 |
| 04/18/2016 | 04/18/2016 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 01/04/2016 | 02/17/2016 | 44.50 | 1 |
| 10/22/2015 | 10/22/2015 | 11.00 | 2 |
| 10/01/2015 | 12/17/2015 | 133.50 | 3 |
| 09/30/2015 | 10/14/2015 | 32.00 | 2 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Bismarck Mine have?
Bismarck Mine has 243 MSHA violations on record, of which 63 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $130K.
What type of mine is Bismarck Mine?
Bismarck Mine is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Mt. Storm, Grant County, WV. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Bismarck Mine?
According to MSHA records, Bismarck Mine has 10 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Bismarck Mine?
Bismarck Mine is operated by Vindex Energy LLC and controlled by Arch Resources Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 4609369.