Key Takeaway

Black Bear #3 is a abandoned surface mine producing Coal, located in Dante, Russell County, VA. It has 15 violations on record (8 S&S) and $2K in proposed penalties. Operated by Paramont Coal Company Virginia, LLC.

Black Bear #3

Abandoned Surface Coal

Operator: Paramont Coal Company Virginia, LLC

Controller: Alpha Natural Resources, Inc.

Location: Dante, Russell County, VA

15
Violations
8
S&S Violations
2
Accidents
$2K
Penalties

Recent Violations

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Date Section S&S Negligence Penalty
08/13/2002 72.620 Non-S&S ModNegligence $55
08/13/2002 77.1605(k) S&S ModNegligence $161
08/12/2002 77.1605(d) S&S ModNegligence $161
08/12/2002 77.1605(d) S&S ModNegligence $161
08/12/2002 77.1605(b) Non-S&S ModNegligence $55
01/02/2002 62.130(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $55
01/02/2002 62.130(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $55
11/26/2001 50.20(a) Non-S&S LowNegligence $55
06/13/2001 77.1605(b) S&S ModNegligence $140
06/13/2001 77.1104 S&S ModNegligence $140
06/12/2001 77.1605(b) S&S ModNegligence $76
06/12/2001 77.404(a) S&S ModNegligence $140
06/12/2001 77.410(c) Non-S&S ModNegligence $55
06/09/2001 77.1605(b) Non-S&S ModNegligence $55
03/22/2001 77.1605(l) S&S ModNegligence $140

Accidents & Injuries

View all 2 →
Date Classification Injury Days Lost
04/12/2001 HANDLING OF MATERIALS DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY 46d restricted
11/28/2000 MACHINERY DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 1d lost

Inspections

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Begin End Hours Inspectors
04/04/2003 04/04/2003 8.00 1
12/18/2002 01/09/2003 12.00 1
12/17/2002 01/08/2003 18.50 1
08/14/2002 09/23/2002 7.00 1
06/03/2002 09/30/2002 28.00 1
01/17/2002 01/28/2002 9.00 1
01/10/2002 02/01/2002 15.00 1
12/19/2001 01/07/2002 13.00 1
12/19/2001 01/07/2002 5.00 1
11/14/2001 12/27/2001 47.00 1

Mine Details

MSHA Mine ID4407009
Mine TypeSurface
StatusAbandoned
CommodityCoal
SIC DescriptionCoal (Bituminous)
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift8.0
Coordinates36.9713880, -82.2458330
Nearest TownDante

Frequently Asked Questions

How many MSHA violations does Black Bear #3 have?

Black Bear #3 has 15 MSHA violations on record, of which 8 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $2K.

What type of mine is Black Bear #3?

Black Bear #3 is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Dante, Russell County, VA. It currently has 0 employees.

Has anyone been injured or killed at Black Bear #3?

According to MSHA records, Black Bear #3 has 2 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.

Who operates Black Bear #3?

Black Bear #3 is operated by Paramont Coal Company Virginia, LLC and controlled by Alpha Natural Resources, Inc.. MSHA Mine ID: 4407009.