Key Takeaway
Bluff Spur Mine is a abandoned and sealed underground mine producing Coal, located in Wise, Wise County, VA. It has 1,078 violations on record (406 S&S) and $450K in proposed penalties. Operated by Mill Branch Coal Corp.
Bluff Spur Mine
Operator: Mill Branch Coal Corp
Controller: Alpha Natural Resources, Inc.
Location: Wise, Wise County, VA
Recent Violations
View all 1,078 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/13/2015 | 48.23(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 12/17/2014 | 75.1721(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 11/13/2014 | 75.1714-8(a)(2) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 03/01/2013 | 77.1707(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $138 |
| 03/01/2013 | 75.1403 | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 02/27/2013 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $176 |
| 02/15/2013 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 02/14/2013 | 50.10(b) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $5,000 |
| 02/14/2013 | 50.10(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $5,000 |
| 02/14/2013 | 50.12 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $100 |
| 02/14/2013 | 48.31(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 02/04/2013 | 75.512 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 01/24/2013 | 75.701 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 01/07/2013 | 75.1107-4(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 01/03/2013 | 75.1107-1(a)(3) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 12/04/2012 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $585 |
| 11/30/2012 | 75.202(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,203 |
| 11/28/2012 | 77.600 | S&S | ModNegligence | $460 |
| 11/28/2012 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $224 |
| 11/28/2012 | 75.1731(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $138 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 110 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/21/2013 | DUST DISEASE OF LUNGS | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 09/13/2013 | DUST DISEASE OF LUNGS | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 04/19/2013 | DUST DISEASE OF LUNGS | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 04/19/2013 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 04/09/2013 | DUST DISEASE OF LUNGS | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 02/08/2013 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 01/14/2013 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 04/27/2012 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 10/06/2011 | DUST DISEASE OF LUNGS | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 08/29/2011 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
Inspections
View all 377 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/13/2015 | 03/20/2015 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 12/16/2014 | 12/17/2014 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 11/13/2014 | 11/13/2014 | 5.75 | 1 |
| 09/17/2014 | 09/17/2014 | 2.25 | 1 |
| 04/10/2013 | 05/06/2013 | 2.25 | 1 |
| 02/15/2013 | 04/02/2013 | 77.50 | 4 |
| 01/02/2013 | 03/27/2013 | 148.00 | 3 |
| 12/19/2012 | 12/19/2012 | 7.50 | 1 |
| 10/01/2012 | 12/27/2012 | 221.00 | 5 |
| 07/06/2012 | 09/24/2012 | 190.25 | 2 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Bluff Spur Mine have?
Bluff Spur Mine has 1078 MSHA violations on record, of which 406 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $450K.
What type of mine is Bluff Spur Mine?
Bluff Spur Mine is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Wise, Wise County, VA. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Bluff Spur Mine?
According to MSHA records, Bluff Spur Mine has 110 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Bluff Spur Mine?
Bluff Spur Mine is operated by Mill Branch Coal Corp and controlled by Alpha Natural Resources, Inc.. MSHA Mine ID: 4405559.