D-19
Abandoned and Sealed
Underground
Coal
Operator: Blackjewel L.L.C.
Controller: Jeffery A Hoops
Location: Vansant, Buchanan County, VA
717
Violations
173
S&S Violations
3
Accidents
$253K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 717 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/07/2025 | 75.1711 | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 12/04/2024 | 75.1711 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $168 |
| 03/20/2017 | 75.370(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $116 |
| 03/20/2017 | 75.380(d)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $330 |
| 03/13/2017 | 75.1702 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 03/13/2017 | 75.370(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $356 |
| 03/13/2017 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 02/27/2017 | 75.403 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $330 |
| 02/23/2017 | 75.1100-3 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 02/23/2017 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $816 | |
| 02/14/2017 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $188 |
| 02/14/2017 | 75.517 | S&S | ModNegligence | $330 |
| 02/10/2017 | 75.220(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $220 |
| 02/06/2017 | 75.512 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $116 |
| 02/03/2017 | 75.370(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $204 |
| 02/03/2017 | 75.362(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $204 |
| 02/02/2017 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $816 | |
| 02/02/2017 | 75.1725(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $492 |
| 02/01/2017 | 75.517 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 01/31/2017 | 75.388(a)(3) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $4,627 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 3 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/25/2015 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 63d restricted |
| 12/11/2009 | OTHER | INJURIES DUE TO NATURAL CAUSES | None |
| 10/20/2009 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
Inspections
View all 147 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/19/2026 | 02/19/2026 | 4.25 | 1 |
| 12/09/2025 | 12/18/2025 | 1.00 | 1 |
| 07/15/2025 | 07/15/2025 | 3.25 | 1 |
| 05/01/2025 | 05/01/2025 | 2.75 | 1 |
| 01/07/2025 | 01/07/2025 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 11/12/2024 | 12/04/2024 | 3.50 | 1 |
| 09/24/2024 | 09/24/2024 | 1.50 | 1 |
| 04/09/2024 | 04/09/2024 | 1.25 | 1 |
| 02/21/2024 | 02/21/2024 | 1.25 | 1 |
| 04/17/2020 | 04/17/2020 | 2.50 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID4407045
Mine TypeUnderground
StatusAbandoned and Sealed
CommodityCoal
SIC DescriptionCoal (Bituminous)
Days/Week0.0
Hours/Shift0.0
Coordinates37.1905560, -82.1511110
Nearest TownVansant
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does D-19 have?
D-19 has 717 MSHA violations on record, of which 173 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $253K.
What type of mine is D-19?
D-19 is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Vansant, Buchanan County, VA. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at D-19?
According to MSHA records, D-19 has 3 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates D-19?
D-19 is operated by Blackjewel L.L.C. and controlled by Jeffery A Hoops. MSHA Mine ID: 4407045.