Key Takeaway
Ewing Fork No. 1 Surface Mine is a active surface mine producing Coal, located in Pax, Raleigh County, WV. It has 184 violations on record (71 S&S) and $68K in proposed penalties. Operated by Republic Energy LLC.
Ewing Fork No. 1 Surface Mine
Operator: Republic Energy LLC
Controller: Alpha Metallurgical Resources Inc
Location: Pax, Raleigh County, WV
Employees: 54
Recent Violations
View all 184 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/03/2025 | 77.205(e) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,968 |
| 02/03/2025 | 77.205(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $398 |
| 12/23/2024 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 12/13/2024 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 12/13/2024 | 77.410(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 09/10/2024 | 77.1103(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 09/10/2024 | 77.404(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $260 |
| 09/10/2024 | 77.404(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $260 |
| 08/08/2024 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 08/08/2024 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 08/06/2024 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 08/06/2024 | 77.412(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 11/02/2023 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 11/01/2023 | 77.1607(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 11/01/2023 | 77.1607(b) | S&S | LowNegligence | $239 |
| 11/01/2023 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 09/05/2023 | 77.404(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $155 |
| 09/05/2023 | 77.1606(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $155 |
| 09/05/2023 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 08/29/2023 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 52 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/09/2026 | DUST DISEASE OF LUNGS | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 01/26/2026 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 12/31/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 11/25/2025 | DUST DISEASE OF LUNGS | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 10/28/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 2d restricted |
| 01/31/2025 | OTHER | INJURIES DUE TO NATURAL CAUSES | None |
| 12/13/2024 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 99d lost |
| 03/22/2024 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 64d lost |
| 11/30/2023 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 11/01/2023 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 126d lost |
Inspections
View all 80 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/27/2026 | 02/27/2026 | 4.75 | 1 |
| 01/15/2026 | 92.50 | 2 | |
| 08/06/2025 | 09/27/2025 | 84.75 | 1 |
| 07/10/2025 | 07/10/2025 | 2.50 | 1 |
| 05/21/2025 | 05/21/2025 | 6.50 | 1 |
| 01/31/2025 | 02/04/2025 | 15.00 | 1 |
| 10/01/2024 | 01/03/2025 | 114.75 | 2 |
| 07/24/2024 | 09/19/2024 | 80.75 | 1 |
| 03/14/2024 | 03/14/2024 | 15.00 | 1 |
| 11/01/2023 | 11/06/2023 | 24.25 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Ewing Fork No. 1 Surface Mine have?
Ewing Fork No. 1 Surface Mine has 184 MSHA violations on record, of which 71 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $68K.
What type of mine is Ewing Fork No. 1 Surface Mine?
Ewing Fork No. 1 Surface Mine is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Pax, Raleigh County, WV. It currently has 54 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Ewing Fork No. 1 Surface Mine?
According to MSHA records, Ewing Fork No. 1 Surface Mine has 52 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Ewing Fork No. 1 Surface Mine?
Ewing Fork No. 1 Surface Mine is operated by Republic Energy LLC and controlled by Alpha Metallurgical Resources Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 4609026.