Key Takeaway
Coal Branch No.1 Mine is a nonproducing underground mine producing Coal, located in Wharton, Boone County, WV. It has 683 violations on record (128 S&S) and $537K in proposed penalties. Operated by Rockwell Mining LLC.
Coal Branch No.1 Mine
Operator: Rockwell Mining LLC
Controller: Sev.en Global Investments a.s.
Location: Wharton, Boone County, WV
Employees: 1
Recent Violations
View all 683 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/26/2026 | 70.208(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $549 |
| 01/26/2026 | 70.208(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $549 |
| 01/26/2026 | 70.209(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $288 |
| 01/26/2026 | 70.208(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $549 |
| 01/26/2026 | 70.208(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $549 |
| 11/19/2025 | 72.630(b) | Non-S&S | NoNegligence | $151 |
| 11/10/2025 | 75.1101-10 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 11/10/2025 | 75.1101-10 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 10/30/2025 | 75.1107-3(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 10/30/2025 | 75.523-3(d)(2) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 10/30/2025 | 75.1107-16(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 10/30/2025 | 75.1731(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $398 |
| 10/30/2025 | 75.1102 | S&S | LowNegligence | $1,818 |
| 10/28/2025 | 75.370(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $398 |
| 10/28/2025 | 75.333(h) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 10/27/2025 | 77.205(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 10/22/2025 | 75.1107-1(a)(3)(ii) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $245 |
| 10/20/2025 | 75.220(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $165 |
| 10/20/2025 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $209 |
| 10/20/2025 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $209 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 4 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/06/2022 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 12/27/2021 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 122d lost |
| 06/30/2021 | MACHINERY | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 10d restricted |
| 12/09/2020 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 55 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/02/2026 | 03/04/2026 | 90.50 | 3 |
| 10/01/2025 | 12/04/2025 | 261.50 | 3 |
| 07/31/2025 | 08/08/2025 | 14.00 | 1 |
| 07/18/2025 | 07/21/2025 | 10.50 | 2 |
| 07/02/2025 | 09/27/2025 | 325.25 | 8 |
| 06/24/2025 | 06/25/2025 | 14.00 | 1 |
| 06/02/2025 | 06/24/2025 | 8.75 | 1 |
| 04/30/2025 | 05/02/2025 | 14.50 | 1 |
| 04/22/2025 | 04/23/2025 | 13.50 | 1 |
| 04/02/2025 | 06/25/2025 | 258.25 | 4 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Coal Branch No.1 Mine have?
Coal Branch No.1 Mine has 683 MSHA violations on record, of which 128 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $537K.
What type of mine is Coal Branch No.1 Mine?
Coal Branch No.1 Mine is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Wharton, Boone County, WV. It currently has 1 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Coal Branch No.1 Mine?
According to MSHA records, Coal Branch No.1 Mine has 4 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Coal Branch No.1 Mine?
Coal Branch No.1 Mine is operated by Rockwell Mining LLC and controlled by Sev.en Global Investments a.s.. MSHA Mine ID: 4609588.