Key Takeaway
CAM HIGHWALL MINER is a active surface mine producing Coal, located in Matewan, Mingo County, WV. It has 107 violations on record (24 S&S) and $49K in proposed penalties. Operated by APPALACHIAN RESOURCE WEST VIRGINIA, LLC.
CAM HIGHWALL MINER
Operator: APPALACHIAN RESOURCE WEST VIRGINIA, LLC
Controller: Appalachian Resource Company LLC
Location: Matewan, Mingo County, WV
Employees: 6
Recent Violations
View all 107 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/30/2026 | 48.29(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/29/2026 | 77.205(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/29/2026 | 77.604 | S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/16/2026 | 77.504 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 01/16/2026 | 77.400(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,320 |
| 05/28/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 05/27/2025 | 77.602(b) | S&S | LowNegligence | $959 |
| 01/13/2025 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 01/13/2025 | 77.400(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/13/2025 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 08/29/2024 | 77.1000 | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,968 |
| 08/29/2024 | 77.1713(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,918 |
| 08/29/2024 | 77.1004(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,918 |
| 06/21/2024 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 06/20/2024 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 06/18/2024 | 77.208(e) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 06/17/2024 | 77.701 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 12/19/2023 | 77.1708 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $172 |
| 12/18/2023 | 77.205(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $421 |
| 12/15/2023 | 77.200 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $626 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 4 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/29/2024 | FALL OF FACE/RIB/PILLAR/SIDE/HIGHWALL | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 04/22/2022 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 9d lost |
| 03/22/2022 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 17d lost |
| 01/09/2018 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 250d lost |
Inspections
View all 25 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/24/2026 | 02/24/2026 | 1.50 | 1 |
| 01/16/2026 | 01/30/2026 | 39.00 | 1 |
| 05/27/2025 | 05/29/2025 | 32.00 | 1 |
| 01/10/2025 | 01/16/2025 | 37.00 | 1 |
| 10/08/2024 | 10/08/2024 | 1.00 | 1 |
| 08/29/2024 | 09/05/2024 | 6.50 | 1 |
| 06/09/2024 | 06/25/2024 | 61.25 | 2 |
| 05/22/2024 | 05/22/2024 | 2.50 | 1 |
| 12/14/2023 | 12/22/2023 | 46.00 | 2 |
| 08/10/2023 | 08/18/2023 | 37.25 | 2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does CAM HIGHWALL MINER have?
CAM HIGHWALL MINER has 107 MSHA violations on record, of which 24 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $49K.
What type of mine is CAM HIGHWALL MINER?
CAM HIGHWALL MINER is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Matewan, Mingo County, WV. It currently has 6 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at CAM HIGHWALL MINER?
According to MSHA records, CAM HIGHWALL MINER has 4 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates CAM HIGHWALL MINER?
CAM HIGHWALL MINER is operated by APPALACHIAN RESOURCE WEST VIRGINIA, LLC and controlled by Appalachian Resource Company LLC. MSHA Mine ID: 4609545.