Key Takeaway
Hominy Creek Mine is a abandoned and sealed underground mine producing Coal, located in Leivasy, Nicholas County, WV. It has 325 violations on record (74 S&S) and $161K in proposed penalties. Operated by White Buck Coal Company.
Hominy Creek Mine
Operator: White Buck Coal Company
Controller: Alpha Natural Resources, Inc.
Location: Leivasy, Nicholas County, WV
Recent Violations
View all 325 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/27/2015 | 77.502 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $224 |
| 07/31/2014 | 75.507-1(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $127 |
| 05/06/2014 | 75.512-2 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $1,657 |
| 04/28/2014 | 75.518-1 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $162 |
| 04/28/2014 | 75.518-1 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $162 |
| 04/28/2014 | 75.518 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $162 |
| 03/03/2014 | 75.1403 | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 02/19/2014 | 72.630(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $687 |
| 02/11/2014 | 77.402 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 01/27/2014 | 75.1731(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $127 |
| 01/16/2014 | 75.1714-7(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $1,412 |
| 01/16/2014 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $176 |
| 01/16/2014 | 75.220(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 01/16/2014 | 75.360(f) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 11/18/2013 | 72.630(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $687 |
| 11/13/2013 | S&S | ModNegligence | $6,115 | |
| 11/13/2013 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $112 | |
| 11/13/2013 | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,569 | |
| 11/13/2013 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $1,235 | |
| 11/05/2013 | 75.342(a)(4) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 36 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/13/2014 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 3d lost |
| 12/14/2013 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 21d lost |
| 05/13/2013 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 10/11/2012 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 16d lost |
| 07/09/2012 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 41d lost |
| 01/27/2012 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 12/01/2011 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 17d lost |
| 09/24/2011 | POWERED HAULAGE | ALL OTHER CASES (INCL 1ST AID) | None |
| 08/03/2011 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/28/2011 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
Inspections
View all 50 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24/2015 | 06/24/2015 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 03/27/2015 | 03/30/2015 | 16.50 | 2 |
| 12/18/2014 | 12/23/2014 | 14.00 | 1 |
| 07/10/2014 | 09/30/2014 | 157.50 | 2 |
| 04/01/2014 | 06/26/2014 | 254.00 | 4 |
| 01/06/2014 | 03/20/2014 | 327.50 | 6 |
| 10/22/2013 | 12/31/2013 | 225.00 | 4 |
| 10/15/2013 | 10/17/2013 | 12.50 | 1 |
| 10/03/2013 | 10/03/2013 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 10/02/2013 | 10/17/2013 | 59.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Hominy Creek Mine have?
Hominy Creek Mine has 325 MSHA violations on record, of which 74 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $161K.
What type of mine is Hominy Creek Mine?
Hominy Creek Mine is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Leivasy, Nicholas County, WV. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Hominy Creek Mine?
According to MSHA records, Hominy Creek Mine has 36 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Hominy Creek Mine?
Hominy Creek Mine is operated by White Buck Coal Company and controlled by Alpha Natural Resources, Inc.. MSHA Mine ID: 4609266.