Key Takeaway
Black King I North Portal is a abandoned and sealed underground mine producing Coal, located in Sylvester, Boone County, WV. It has 1,660 violations on record (587 S&S) and $2.2M in proposed penalties. Operated by Elk Run Coal Company Inc.
Black King I North Portal
Operator: Elk Run Coal Company Inc
Controller: Alpha Metallurgical Resources Inc
Location: Sylvester, Boone County, WV
Recent Violations
View all 1,660 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/16/2014 | 75.1714-4(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $499 |
| 09/16/2014 | 75.1714-4(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $499 |
| 08/20/2014 | 75.1506(c)(2) | S&S | HighNegligence | $52,500 |
| 08/20/2014 | 75.1501(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $52,500 |
| 08/20/2014 | 75.360(g) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $10,705 |
| 06/13/2014 | 75.1714-4(f) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $460 |
| 06/13/2014 | 75.1714-4(f) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $460 |
| 05/15/2014 | 75.1107 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $1,657 |
| 05/15/2014 | 75.604(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $2,106 |
| 05/15/2014 | 75.1725(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $2,106 |
| 05/14/2014 | 75.1100-3 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $1,657 |
| 05/14/2014 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $190 |
| 05/14/2014 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $425 |
| 05/14/2014 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $425 |
| 05/14/2014 | 75.604(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $2,106 |
| 04/29/2014 | 75.1722(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $946 |
| 04/29/2014 | 75.370(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $585 |
| 04/29/2014 | 75.214(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 04/28/2014 | 75.360(g) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 04/28/2014 | 75.1103-4(a)(1)(iv) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $1,657 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 122 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/10/2014 | DUST DISEASE OF LUNGS | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 08/05/2014 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/10/2014 | DUST DISEASE OF LUNGS | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 04/16/2014 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/03/2014 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 64d lost |
| 12/16/2013 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 05/09/2013 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 69d lost |
| 01/03/2013 | DUST DISEASE OF LUNGS | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 06/13/2012 | DUST DISEASE OF LUNGS | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 02/25/2012 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 178 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/09/2015 | 04/09/2015 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 03/30/2015 | 03/30/2015 | 1.25 | 1 |
| 10/03/2014 | 12/10/2014 | 28.00 | 2 |
| 07/01/2014 | 09/19/2014 | 65.00 | 1 |
| 04/01/2014 | 06/25/2014 | 262.00 | 4 |
| 01/08/2014 | 03/31/2014 | 291.50 | 3 |
| 10/22/2013 | 12/31/2013 | 133.75 | 2 |
| 10/02/2013 | 10/17/2013 | 87.00 | 1 |
| 07/08/2013 | 09/30/2013 | 414.75 | 3 |
| 04/22/2013 | 04/25/2013 | 5.75 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Black King I North Portal have?
Black King I North Portal has 1660 MSHA violations on record, of which 587 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $2.2M.
What type of mine is Black King I North Portal?
Black King I North Portal is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Sylvester, Boone County, WV. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Black King I North Portal?
According to MSHA records, Black King I North Portal has 122 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Black King I North Portal?
Black King I North Portal is operated by Elk Run Coal Company Inc and controlled by Alpha Metallurgical Resources Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 4608553.