Key Takeaway
Elklick Surface Mine is a nonproducing surface mine producing Coal, located in Lorado, Logan County, WV. It has 187 violations on record (40 S&S) and $95K in proposed penalties. Operated by Greenbrier Minerals, LLC.
Elklick Surface Mine
Operator: Greenbrier Minerals, LLC
Controller: Coronado Coal LLC
Location: Lorado, Logan County, WV
Employees: 37
Recent Violations
View all 187 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/03/2025 | 71.209(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 09/03/2025 | 71.209(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 01/15/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $883 |
| 01/15/2025 | 77.1605(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $226 |
| 01/15/2025 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $3,736 |
| 01/15/2025 | 77.1606(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $4,383 |
| 01/15/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $883 |
| 01/15/2025 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $818 |
| 01/15/2025 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $226 |
| 01/15/2025 | 77.1606(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $7,084 |
| 01/15/2025 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $3,736 |
| 01/15/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $883 |
| 01/15/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $883 |
| 01/15/2025 | 77.1605(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 01/15/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $883 |
| 01/14/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $883 |
| 01/14/2025 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $755 |
| 01/14/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $883 |
| 01/14/2025 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 01/14/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $398 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 2 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/25/2024 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 36d restricted |
| 10/24/2019 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 26 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/22/2025 | 12/22/2025 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 09/03/2025 | 09/03/2025 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 06/18/2025 | 06/26/2025 | 15.00 | 1 |
| 01/21/2025 | 01/30/2025 | 10.75 | 1 |
| 01/15/2025 | 01/16/2025 | 31.50 | 3 |
| 10/10/2024 | 01/16/2025 | 91.25 | 2 |
| 07/09/2024 | 07/10/2024 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 05/29/2024 | 07/30/2024 | 110.25 | 3 |
| 05/22/2024 | 05/22/2024 | 4.25 | 1 |
| 02/05/2024 | 03/28/2024 | 145.25 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Elklick Surface Mine have?
Elklick Surface Mine has 187 MSHA violations on record, of which 40 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $95K.
What type of mine is Elklick Surface Mine?
Elklick Surface Mine is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Lorado, Logan County, WV. It currently has 37 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Elklick Surface Mine?
According to MSHA records, Elklick Surface Mine has 2 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Elklick Surface Mine?
Elklick Surface Mine is operated by Greenbrier Minerals, LLC and controlled by Coronado Coal LLC. MSHA Mine ID: 4609564.