Key Takeaway
Commonwealth No. 2 is a abandoned and sealed surface mine producing Coal, located in Lonaconing, Allegany County, MD. It has 84 violations on record (40 S&S) and $12K in proposed penalties. Operated by Beechwood Coal, LLC.
Commonwealth No. 2
Operator: Beechwood Coal, LLC
Controller: Faith Ritchie; Jody L Ritchie
Location: Lonaconing, Allegany County, MD
Recent Violations
View all 84 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/14/2015 | 77.1110 | S&S | ModNegligence | $108 |
| 07/13/2015 | 77.1103(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 12/02/2014 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 01/11/2012 | 77.205(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 01/11/2012 | 77.1104 | S&S | ModNegligence | $392 |
| 01/11/2012 | 77.1109(c)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $392 |
| 12/29/2010 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 12/29/2010 | 77.1605(b) | S&S | LowNegligence | $224 |
| 12/29/2010 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 12/29/2010 | 77.400(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $224 |
| 12/29/2010 | 77.400(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $224 |
| 12/29/2010 | 77.1109(c)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 10/20/2010 | 77.206(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $263 |
| 10/14/2010 | 77.400(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $176 |
| 10/14/2010 | 77.502 | S&S | LowNegligence | $176 |
| 10/14/2010 | 77.402 | S&S | LowNegligence | $176 |
| 10/14/2010 | 77.1103(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 10/14/2010 | 77.1109(c)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 10/14/2010 | 71.501 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 04/29/2010 | 77.1000 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $100 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 1 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/14/2001 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 7d lost |
Inspections
View all 53 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/28/2016 | 03/28/2016 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 07/06/2015 | 08/12/2015 | 32.00 | 1 |
| 12/02/2014 | 12/03/2014 | 14.50 | 1 |
| 11/25/2014 | 11/25/2014 | 7.00 | 2 |
| 03/12/2014 | 03/12/2014 | 4.00 | 2 |
| 04/23/2012 | 04/26/2012 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 01/09/2012 | 01/26/2012 | 21.50 | 3 |
| 09/21/2011 | 09/21/2011 | 3.50 | 1 |
| 12/29/2010 | 12/29/2010 | 9.00 | 1 |
| 10/13/2010 | 10/22/2010 | 36.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Commonwealth No. 2 have?
Commonwealth No. 2 has 84 MSHA violations on record, of which 40 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $12K.
What type of mine is Commonwealth No. 2?
Commonwealth No. 2 is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Lonaconing, Allegany County, MD. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Commonwealth No. 2?
According to MSHA records, Commonwealth No. 2 has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Commonwealth No. 2?
Commonwealth No. 2 is operated by Beechwood Coal, LLC and controlled by Faith Ritchie; Jody L Ritchie. MSHA Mine ID: 1800730.