Key Takeaway
Hawthorne Dock is a temporarily idled facility mine producing Coal, located in Norton, Wise County, VA. It has 216 violations on record (104 S&S) and $35K in proposed penalties. Operated by Ambrose Branch Coal Company Inc.
Hawthorne Dock
Operator: Ambrose Branch Coal Company Inc
Controller: Paul R Ison; Jessica B Ison
Location: Norton, Wise County, VA
Recent Violations
View all 216 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/17/2018 | 72.100(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 05/08/2017 | 71.402(c)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 08/21/2013 | 71.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/26/2013 | 77.513 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 03/26/2013 | 77.1605(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 03/26/2013 | 77.1605(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 03/25/2013 | 77.400(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/13/2012 | 77.809 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/13/2012 | 77.400(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 03/15/2012 | 77.506 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/06/2011 | 77.410(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/06/2011 | 77.1605(d) | S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 03/10/2011 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 03/10/2011 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 12/14/2009 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 12/14/2009 | 77.410(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 12/14/2009 | 77.1606(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 05/01/2008 | 77.1605(k) | S&S | ModNegligence | $460 |
| 05/01/2008 | 77.1713(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,111 |
| 04/30/2008 | 77.1606(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $362 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 1 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/01/2006 | FIRE | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
Inspections
View all 70 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/08/2025 | 09/08/2025 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 03/25/2025 | 03/25/2025 | 2.50 | 1 |
| 10/16/2019 | 10/16/2019 | 1.75 | 1 |
| 06/24/2019 | 06/24/2019 | 1.50 | 1 |
| 03/12/2019 | 03/14/2019 | 17.00 | 1 |
| 11/06/2018 | 11/06/2018 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 10/18/2018 | 10/18/2018 | 2.50 | 1 |
| 06/18/2018 | 09/17/2018 | 32.25 | 5 |
| 02/26/2018 | 02/27/2018 | 18.00 | 1 |
| 05/08/2017 | 08/31/2017 | 12.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Hawthorne Dock have?
Hawthorne Dock has 216 MSHA violations on record, of which 104 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $35K.
What type of mine is Hawthorne Dock?
Hawthorne Dock is a Facility mine producing Coal, located in Norton, Wise County, VA. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Hawthorne Dock?
According to MSHA records, Hawthorne Dock has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Hawthorne Dock?
Hawthorne Dock is operated by Ambrose Branch Coal Company Inc and controlled by Paul R Ison; Jessica B Ison. MSHA Mine ID: 4405021.