Buchanan Mine #1
Active
Underground
Coal
Operator: Buchanan Minerals, LLC
Controller: Coronado Coal LLC
Location: Mavisdale, Buchanan County, VA
Employees: 671
10,859
Violations
3,290
S&S Violations
688
Accidents
$7.6M
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 10,859 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/05/2026 | 75.1731(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 03/04/2026 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 03/04/2026 | 75.904 | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 03/03/2026 | 75.1909(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 03/03/2026 | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 | |
| 03/03/2026 | 75.360(f) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 03/02/2026 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/25/2026 | 75.342(a)(4) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/25/2026 | 75.202(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/25/2026 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/24/2026 | 75.1403 | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/24/2026 | 75.512 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/24/2026 | 75.517 | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/24/2026 | 75.515 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/24/2026 | 75.1100-3 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/24/2026 | 75.1108(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/20/2026 | 75.1403 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/19/2026 | 75.403 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/19/2026 | 75.202(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/18/2026 | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 688 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/14/2026 | HOISTING | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 01/29/2026 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 01/20/2026 | HOISTING | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 01/19/2026 | HOISTING | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 01/16/2026 | DUST DISEASE OF LUNGS | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 01/15/2026 | HOISTING | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 01/15/2026 | DUST DISEASE OF LUNGS | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 01/12/2026 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 12/30/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 30d restricted |
| 12/11/2025 | HOISTING | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
Inspections
View all 2,782 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/04/2026 | 03/04/2026 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 02/24/2026 | 02/24/2026 | 11.00 | 1 |
| 02/19/2026 | 02/19/2026 | 10.25 | 1 |
| 02/17/2026 | 02/17/2026 | 9.00 | 1 |
| 02/11/2026 | 02/11/2026 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 02/05/2026 | 02/05/2026 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 02/03/2026 | 02/03/2026 | 10.50 | 1 |
| 01/29/2026 | 30.75 | 2 | |
| 01/28/2026 | 01/28/2026 | 10.75 | 1 |
| 01/21/2026 | 01/21/2026 | 4.50 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID4404856
Mine TypeUnderground
StatusActive
CommodityCoal
SIC DescriptionCoal (Bituminous)
Employees671
Days/Week7.0
Hours/Shift8.0
Coordinates37.1613890, -81.9869440
Nearest TownMavisdale
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Buchanan Mine #1 have?
Buchanan Mine #1 has 10859 MSHA violations on record, of which 3290 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $7.6M.
What type of mine is Buchanan Mine #1?
Buchanan Mine #1 is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Mavisdale, Buchanan County, VA. It currently has 671 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Buchanan Mine #1?
According to MSHA records, Buchanan Mine #1 has 688 reported accident/injury records and 8 fatalities on file.
Who operates Buchanan Mine #1?
Buchanan Mine #1 is operated by Buchanan Minerals, LLC and controlled by Coronado Coal LLC. MSHA Mine ID: 4404856.