Key Takeaway
Fola Surface Mine No 2 is a active surface mine producing Coal, located in Bickmore, Clay County, WV. It has 806 violations on record (271 S&S) and $328K in proposed penalties. Operated by WV Reclaim Company, L.L.C..
Fola Surface Mine No 2
Operator: WV Reclaim Company, L.L.C.
Controller: Barry T Doyle
Location: Bickmore, Clay County, WV
Employees: 12
Recent Violations
View all 806 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/11/2025 | 77.502-2 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/11/2025 | 77.1703 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 09/10/2025 | 77.1200 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 09/03/2025 | 77.1607(i) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 09/03/2025 | 77.1607(i) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 09/02/2025 | 77.502-2 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 09/02/2025 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/26/2025 | 77.1607(i) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/26/2025 | 77.410(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/26/2025 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/25/2025 | 77.1007(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/20/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 04/30/2025 | 77.1713(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $3,022 |
| 04/30/2025 | 77.1710(g) | S&S | ModNegligence | $267 |
| 04/30/2025 | 77.1000 | S&S | HighNegligence | $3,022 |
| 03/26/2025 | 77.1606(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $366 |
| 03/24/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 03/24/2025 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 03/18/2025 | 77.502 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/18/2025 | 77.1202 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 155 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/07/2018 | POWERED HAULAGE | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 10/07/2013 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 03/05/2012 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 72d lost |
| 01/30/2012 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/14/2011 | FIRE | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 01/07/2011 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 50d lost, 60d restricted |
| 12/06/2010 | FIRE | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 36d lost, 5d restricted |
| 11/17/2010 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 3d lost |
| 09/20/2010 | FIRE | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 04/27/2010 | POWERED HAULAGE | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 186 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/10/2025 | 50.00 | 4 | |
| 08/04/2025 | 09/22/2025 | 167.25 | 3 |
| 07/10/2025 | 07/10/2025 | 1.25 | 1 |
| 04/30/2025 | 05/02/2025 | 19.50 | 3 |
| 03/31/2025 | 04/22/2025 | 33.00 | 2 |
| 12/16/2024 | 03/27/2025 | 132.75 | 5 |
| 09/17/2024 | 09/26/2024 | 53.50 | 4 |
| 07/24/2024 | 07/24/2024 | 10.50 | 1 |
| 06/24/2024 | 06/25/2024 | 7.50 | 1 |
| 05/22/2024 | 05/22/2024 | 4.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Fola Surface Mine No 2 have?
Fola Surface Mine No 2 has 806 MSHA violations on record, of which 271 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $328K.
What type of mine is Fola Surface Mine No 2?
Fola Surface Mine No 2 is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Bickmore, Clay County, WV. It currently has 12 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Fola Surface Mine No 2?
According to MSHA records, Fola Surface Mine No 2 has 155 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Fola Surface Mine No 2?
Fola Surface Mine No 2 is operated by WV Reclaim Company, L.L.C. and controlled by Barry T Doyle. MSHA Mine ID: 4608377.