Key Takeaway
Davy Branch Mine is a active underground mine producing Coal, located in Logan, Logan County, WV. It has 652 violations on record (120 S&S) and $371K in proposed penalties. Operated by Aracoma Coal Company.
Davy Branch Mine
Operator: Aracoma Coal Company
Controller: Alpha Metallurgical Resources Inc
Location: Logan, Logan County, WV
Employees: 112
Recent Violations
View all 652 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/18/2026 | 72.630(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/09/2026 | 75.604(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/04/2026 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/04/2026 | 75.403 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/03/2026 | 75.515 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/02/2026 | 75.512 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/02/2026 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/30/2026 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/30/2026 | 75.512 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/29/2026 | 75.220(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/29/2026 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/21/2026 | 77.208(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/13/2026 | 75.1002(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/12/2026 | 75.1107-16(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/12/2026 | 75.1725(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/12/2026 | 75.1002(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/07/2026 | 75.1107-9(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 01/07/2026 | 75.605 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $267 |
| 01/07/2026 | 75.515 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 01/06/2026 | 75.220(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $398 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 24 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/13/2025 | DUST DISEASE OF LUNGS | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 09/29/2025 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 09/12/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 01/27/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/24/2024 | DUST DISEASE OF LUNGS | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 09/04/2024 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 104d lost |
| 12/02/2023 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 11/28/2023 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 09/19/2023 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 09/14/2023 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 13d lost |
Inspections
View all 55 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/05/2026 | 02/27/2026 | 242.00 | 5 |
| 10/01/2025 | 12/22/2025 | 346.75 | 8 |
| 09/17/2025 | 09/17/2025 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 09/10/2025 | 09/12/2025 | 21.00 | 1 |
| 07/01/2025 | 09/04/2025 | 294.50 | 6 |
| 06/17/2025 | 06/17/2025 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 04/01/2025 | 06/12/2025 | 257.00 | 4 |
| 01/02/2025 | 03/26/2025 | 286.50 | 3 |
| 10/01/2024 | 12/17/2024 | 286.50 | 4 |
| 07/01/2024 | 09/23/2024 | 242.75 | 7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Davy Branch Mine have?
Davy Branch Mine has 652 MSHA violations on record, of which 120 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $371K.
What type of mine is Davy Branch Mine?
Davy Branch Mine is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Logan, Logan County, WV. It currently has 112 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Davy Branch Mine?
According to MSHA records, Davy Branch Mine has 24 reported accident/injury records and 1 fatalities on file.
Who operates Davy Branch Mine?
Davy Branch Mine is operated by Aracoma Coal Company and controlled by Alpha Metallurgical Resources Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 4609574.