Key Takeaway
Coal Creek Mine is a active surface mine producing Coal, located in Wright, Campbell County, WY. It has 251 violations on record (42 S&S) and $80K in proposed penalties. Operated by Thunder Basin Coal Company LLC.
Coal Creek Mine
Operator: Thunder Basin Coal Company LLC
Controller: Core Natural Resources Inc
Location: Wright, Campbell County, WY
Employees: 36
Recent Violations
View all 251 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/02/2025 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 11/26/2025 | 77.502 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 11/25/2025 | 47.41(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 11/25/2025 | 77.1607(bb) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 10/27/2025 | 77.502 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $177 |
| 10/23/2025 | 77.800-2 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $592 |
| 10/23/2025 | 77.900-2 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $592 |
| 10/22/2025 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $592 |
| 10/20/2025 | 48.29(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/28/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $177 |
| 07/28/2025 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $177 |
| 07/22/2025 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 07/22/2025 | 47.41(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $177 |
| 07/21/2025 | 77.512 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $226 |
| 07/21/2025 | 77.505 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $226 |
| 12/05/2024 | 48.29 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $239 |
| 12/05/2024 | 48.29 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $239 |
| 12/05/2024 | 48.29 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $239 |
| 11/23/2024 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 11/22/2024 | 77.205(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 26 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/15/2024 | FIRE | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 10/29/2023 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/13/2023 | POWERED HAULAGE | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 11/08/2019 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/21/2019 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 233d lost |
| 05/21/2018 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 70d lost |
| 01/23/2018 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 48d restricted |
| 07/11/2016 | FIRE | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 09/01/2013 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 18d lost |
| 01/02/2012 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 8d restricted |
Inspections
View all 90 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/20/2025 | 12/02/2025 | 147.00 | 4 |
| 07/21/2025 | 08/06/2025 | 103.75 | 3 |
| 11/12/2024 | 12/17/2024 | 109.00 | 1 |
| 04/22/2024 | 05/20/2024 | 87.00 | 1 |
| 10/04/2023 | 11/30/2023 | 103.00 | 3 |
| 06/07/2023 | 09/14/2023 | 119.75 | 2 |
| 05/17/2023 | 05/19/2023 | 2.50 | 1 |
| 01/24/2023 | 03/29/2023 | 72.50 | 2 |
| 11/13/2022 | 11/21/2022 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 04/27/2022 | 06/16/2022 | 130.50 | 2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Coal Creek Mine have?
Coal Creek Mine has 251 MSHA violations on record, of which 42 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $80K.
What type of mine is Coal Creek Mine?
Coal Creek Mine is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Wright, Campbell County, WY. It currently has 36 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Coal Creek Mine?
According to MSHA records, Coal Creek Mine has 26 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Coal Creek Mine?
Coal Creek Mine is operated by Thunder Basin Coal Company LLC and controlled by Core Natural Resources Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 4801215.