Key Takeaway
English Branch Prep Plant is a temporarily idled facility mine producing Coal, located in Pilgrim Knob, Buchanan County, VA. It has 5 violations on record (0 S&S) and $755 in proposed penalties. Operated by Southwest Virginia Mining Company, LLC.
English Branch Prep Plant
Operator: Southwest Virginia Mining Company, LLC
Controller: Mason Resource Investments LLC
Location: Pilgrim Knob, Buchanan County, VA
Recent Violations
View all 5 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/04/2025 | 44.5(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/04/2025 | 77.1701(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 06/04/2025 | 71.500(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/04/2025 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 02/25/2025 | 71.400 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
Inspections
View all 7 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/19/2026 | 02/19/2026 | 2.50 | 1 |
| 06/03/2025 | 08/26/2025 | 32.75 | 1 |
| 02/04/2025 | 03/17/2025 | 54.25 | 3 |
| 09/26/2024 | 09/26/2024 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 06/10/2024 | 06/10/2024 | 4.25 | 1 |
| 03/26/2024 | 03/26/2024 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 03/06/2024 | 03/06/2024 | 18.25 | 3 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does English Branch Prep Plant have?
English Branch Prep Plant has 5 MSHA violations on record, of which 0 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $755.
What type of mine is English Branch Prep Plant?
English Branch Prep Plant is a Facility mine producing Coal, located in Pilgrim Knob, Buchanan County, VA. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at English Branch Prep Plant?
According to MSHA records, English Branch Prep Plant has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates English Branch Prep Plant?
English Branch Prep Plant is operated by Southwest Virginia Mining Company, LLC and controlled by Mason Resource Investments LLC. MSHA Mine ID: 4405608.