Key Takeaway
East Gulf Preparation Plant is a nonproducing facility mine producing Coal, located in Rhodell, Raleigh County, WV. It has 238 violations on record (99 S&S) and $82K in proposed penalties. Operated by Pocahontas Coal Company LLC.
East Gulf Preparation Plant
Operator: Pocahontas Coal Company LLC
Controller: Metinvest B V
Location: Rhodell, Raleigh County, WV
Recent Violations
View all 238 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/07/2023 | 77.216(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 02/06/2019 | 77.216(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 02/08/2018 | 77.216(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 05/23/2017 | 77.216(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $116 |
| 01/20/2016 | 77.216(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/24/2014 | 77.1713(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $687 |
| 06/24/2014 | 77.1713(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/02/2014 | 77.1600(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $873 |
| 05/28/2014 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $108 |
| 05/28/2014 | 77.1103(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 05/28/2014 | 77.511 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 03/27/2014 | 77.1607(b) | S&S | LowNegligence | $4,329 |
| 03/27/2014 | 77.410(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,944 |
| 03/27/2014 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,944 |
| 03/27/2014 | 77.410(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,944 |
| 03/27/2014 | 77.1606(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $9,634 |
| 01/16/2014 | 77.216(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 01/16/2014 | 77.216(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 12/02/2013 | 77.1703 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 12/02/2013 | 77.1703 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 26 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/11/2012 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 09/08/2012 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/29/2012 | OTHER | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/26/2012 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 01/30/2012 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 30d lost, 80d restricted |
| 04/27/2011 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 188d lost |
| 04/18/2011 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 01/28/2010 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 25d lost |
| 01/22/2010 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/10/2009 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 54d lost, 30d restricted |
Inspections
View all 146 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/14/2026 | 01/14/2026 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 10/09/2025 | 10/15/2025 | 21.50 | 1 |
| 07/07/2025 | 07/07/2025 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 04/28/2025 | 04/28/2025 | 7.50 | 1 |
| 02/05/2025 | 02/06/2025 | 9.50 | 1 |
| 10/09/2024 | 10/09/2024 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 07/16/2024 | 07/16/2024 | 7.50 | 1 |
| 04/03/2024 | 04/03/2024 | 9.50 | 1 |
| 01/09/2024 | 01/09/2024 | 7.50 | 1 |
| 10/25/2023 | 10/26/2023 | 7.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does East Gulf Preparation Plant have?
East Gulf Preparation Plant has 238 MSHA violations on record, of which 99 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $82K.
What type of mine is East Gulf Preparation Plant?
East Gulf Preparation Plant is a Facility mine producing Coal, located in Rhodell, Raleigh County, WV. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at East Gulf Preparation Plant?
According to MSHA records, East Gulf Preparation Plant has 26 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates East Gulf Preparation Plant?
East Gulf Preparation Plant is operated by Pocahontas Coal Company LLC and controlled by Metinvest B V. MSHA Mine ID: 4608873.