Key Takeaway
Hill Creek Auger is a active surface mine producing Coal, located in Richlands, Tazewell County, VA. It has 35 violations on record (8 S&S) and $18K in proposed penalties. Operated by Auger Coal, LLC.
Hill Creek Auger
Operator: Auger Coal, LLC
Controller: Ultra Transport LLC; Jim Richardson Trucking & Construction LLC etal
Location: Richlands, Tazewell County, VA
Employees: 7
Recent Violations
View all 35 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/22/2026 | 77.1103(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/08/2026 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 01/06/2026 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/05/2026 | 77.1605(k) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/01/2025 | 77.410(a)(1) | S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 07/01/2025 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 05/07/2025 | 77.1605(k) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 05/07/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 05/07/2025 | 77.1000 | S&S | ModNegligence | $366 |
| 04/15/2025 | 71.206(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/14/2025 | 71.209(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/07/2025 | 71.404(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 05/09/2024 | 77.1605(k) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 04/22/2024 | 71.206(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 12/20/2023 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 12/05/2023 | 77.1007(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $5,884 |
| 10/31/2023 | 71.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $167 |
| 05/18/2023 | 77.410(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 05/10/2023 | 77.1103(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $271 |
| 04/21/2023 | 77.1607(i) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
Inspections
View all 17 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/05/2026 | 01/28/2026 | 54.25 | 1 |
| 05/07/2025 | 08/26/2025 | 106.00 | 5 |
| 04/15/2025 | 05/01/2025 | 4.25 | 1 |
| 12/04/2024 | 01/29/2025 | 62.00 | 2 |
| 05/22/2024 | 11/21/2024 | 2.25 | 1 |
| 05/08/2024 | 08/06/2024 | 80.25 | 2 |
| 04/22/2024 | 04/22/2024 | 2.50 | 1 |
| 10/31/2023 | 02/08/2024 | 112.75 | 4 |
| 05/09/2023 | 06/07/2023 | 92.75 | 1 |
| 04/21/2023 | 04/21/2023 | 6.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Hill Creek Auger have?
Hill Creek Auger has 35 MSHA violations on record, of which 8 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $18K.
What type of mine is Hill Creek Auger?
Hill Creek Auger is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Richlands, Tazewell County, VA. It currently has 7 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Hill Creek Auger?
According to MSHA records, Hill Creek Auger has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Hill Creek Auger?
Hill Creek Auger is operated by Auger Coal, LLC and controlled by Ultra Transport LLC; Jim Richardson Trucking & Construction LLC etal. MSHA Mine ID: 4407408.