Key Takeaway

Caretta #2 Mine is a abandoned and sealed underground mine producing Coal, located in Caretta, Mcdowell County, WV. It has 161 violations on record (46 S&S) and $17K in proposed penalties. Operated by WA Mining Inc.

Caretta #2 Mine

Abandoned and Sealed Underground Coal

Operator: WA Mining Inc

Controller: William F Adams

Location: Caretta, Mcdowell County, WV

161
Violations
46
S&S Violations
2
Accidents
$17K
Penalties

Recent Violations

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Date Section S&S Negligence Penalty
12/06/2004 75.1714-3(c) Non-S&S ModNegligence $60
12/06/2004 75.1714-3(e) Non-S&S ModNegligence $60
11/18/2004 75.220(a)(1) Non-S&S ModNegligence $60
10/21/2004 75.507-1(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $60
09/28/2004 75.370(a)(1) S&S HighNegligence $0
08/24/2004 75.400 Non-S&S HighNegligence $60
08/24/2004 75.400 Non-S&S HighNegligence $60
08/24/2004 75.400 Non-S&S HighNegligence $60
08/24/2004 75.503 Non-S&S ModNegligence $60
08/17/2004 75.220(a)(1) S&S LowNegligence $135
08/05/2004 77.215(g) Non-S&S ModNegligence $60
06/09/2004 75.220(a)(1) Non-S&S ModNegligence $60
06/09/2004 75.220(a)(1) Non-S&S ModNegligence $60
06/09/2004 75.202(a) S&S ModNegligence $154
04/26/2004 75.503 Non-S&S ModNegligence $60
04/26/2004 75.503 Non-S&S ModNegligence $60
04/19/2004 75.310(a)(3) Non-S&S ModNegligence $60
04/19/2004 75.310(a)(4) Non-S&S ModNegligence $60
04/19/2004 48.26 Non-S&S LowNegligence $72
04/13/2004 75.1714-3(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $60

Accidents & Injuries

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Date Classification Injury Days Lost
02/25/2004 FALL OF ROOF OR BACK ACCIDENT ONLY None
09/15/2003 FALL OF ROOF OR BACK ACCIDENT ONLY None

Inspections

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Begin End Hours Inspectors
05/24/2005 06/30/2005 11.00 1
02/24/2005 03/01/2005 11.00 1
10/08/2004 10/15/2004 12.00 1
10/05/2004 12/20/2004 12.00 1
10/04/2004 12/13/2004 101.75 4
09/28/2004 09/28/2004 10.00 1
09/28/2004 10/05/2004 22.00 1
09/17/2004 09/22/2004 10.00 1
09/10/2004 09/22/2004 16.00 1
09/09/2004 09/10/2004 10.00 1

Mine Details

MSHA Mine ID4608240
Mine TypeUnderground
StatusAbandoned and Sealed
CommodityCoal
SIC DescriptionCoal (Bituminous)
Days/Week0.0
Hours/Shift0.0
Coordinates37.3261110, -81.6683330
Nearest TownCaretta

Frequently Asked Questions

How many MSHA violations does Caretta #2 Mine have?

Caretta #2 Mine has 161 MSHA violations on record, of which 46 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $17K.

What type of mine is Caretta #2 Mine?

Caretta #2 Mine is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Caretta, Mcdowell County, WV. It currently has 0 employees.

Has anyone been injured or killed at Caretta #2 Mine?

According to MSHA records, Caretta #2 Mine has 2 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.

Who operates Caretta #2 Mine?

Caretta #2 Mine is operated by WA Mining Inc and controlled by William F Adams. MSHA Mine ID: 4608240.