Key Takeaway
Cardinal Preparation Plant is a active facility mine producing Coal, located in Sharples, Logan County, WV. It has 516 violations on record (140 S&S) and $244K in proposed penalties. Operated by Mingo Logan Coal LLC.
Cardinal Preparation Plant
Operator: Mingo Logan Coal LLC
Controller: Core Natural Resources Inc
Location: Sharples, Logan County, WV
Employees: 44
Recent Violations
View all 516 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/26/2026 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/05/2026 | 77.513 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/05/2026 | 77.200 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/28/2026 | 77.411 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 01/28/2026 | 77.502 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 09/15/2025 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 09/15/2025 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 09/11/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 09/09/2025 | 77.205(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 03/04/2025 | 77.1109(e)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/04/2025 | 77.1607(i) | S&S | ModNegligence | $2,133 |
| 03/04/2025 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 03/04/2025 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $267 |
| 03/04/2025 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/04/2025 | 77.1710(h) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $267 |
| 03/04/2025 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $398 |
| 02/05/2025 | 77.505 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 02/05/2025 | 77.700 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/05/2025 | 77.205(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/05/2025 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $267 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 29 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/06/2021 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/17/2020 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 129d lost |
| 05/19/2020 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 03/29/2019 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/24/2018 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 3d lost |
| 01/26/2015 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 1d restricted |
| 09/03/2014 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 11/07/2013 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 160d lost |
| 01/01/2013 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 106d lost |
| 08/09/2012 | ENTRAPMENT | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
Inspections
View all 148 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/13/2026 | 85.00 | 2 | |
| 10/07/2025 | 10/07/2025 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 08/20/2025 | 09/18/2025 | 109.00 | 5 |
| 07/16/2025 | 07/16/2025 | 5.75 | 1 |
| 06/06/2025 | 06/06/2025 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 04/01/2025 | 04/02/2025 | 6.50 | 1 |
| 02/06/2025 | 02/06/2025 | 5.25 | 1 |
| 10/01/2024 | 10/02/2024 | 14.00 | 2 |
| 10/01/2024 | 03/10/2025 | 85.50 | 3 |
| 08/13/2024 | 08/13/2024 | 5.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Cardinal Preparation Plant have?
Cardinal Preparation Plant has 516 MSHA violations on record, of which 140 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $244K.
What type of mine is Cardinal Preparation Plant?
Cardinal Preparation Plant is a Facility mine producing Coal, located in Sharples, Logan County, WV. It currently has 44 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Cardinal Preparation Plant?
According to MSHA records, Cardinal Preparation Plant has 29 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Cardinal Preparation Plant?
Cardinal Preparation Plant is operated by Mingo Logan Coal LLC and controlled by Core Natural Resources Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 4609046.