Key Takeaway
Hurricane Branch Strip #1 is a abandoned surface mine producing Coal, located in SHORTT GAP, Buchanan County, VA. It has 66 violations on record (17 S&S) and $10K in proposed penalties. Operated by Knox Creek Coal Corp..
Hurricane Branch Strip #1
Operator: Knox Creek Coal Corp.
Controller: Alpha Natural Resources, Inc.
Location: SHORTT GAP, Buchanan County, VA
Recent Violations
View all 66 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/18/2011 | 71.403 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 01/14/2011 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 01/07/2011 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 01/06/2011 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 12/30/2010 | 77.205(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/29/2010 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/29/2010 | 77.1109(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/23/2010 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/22/2010 | 77.1605(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/22/2010 | 77.1000 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/22/2010 | 77.502 | S&S | ModNegligence | $807 |
| 03/08/2010 | 77.506 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $243 |
| 03/08/2010 | 77.506 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $243 |
| 03/08/2010 | 77.506 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $108 |
| 03/26/2009 | 77.205(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 12/01/2008 | 77.1710(d) | S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 12/01/2008 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 12/01/2008 | 77.1710(g) | S&S | LowNegligence | $651 |
| 12/01/2008 | 77.1000 | S&S | LowNegligence | $634 |
| 11/17/2008 | 77.1608(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 3 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/01/2010 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/24/2008 | MACHINERY | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 06/13/2008 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 39d lost |
Inspections
View all 21 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/20/2011 | 12/20/2011 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 05/13/2011 | 05/16/2011 | 11.50 | 1 |
| 04/11/2011 | 04/11/2011 | 3.50 | 1 |
| 12/29/2010 | 01/25/2011 | 66.50 | 2 |
| 09/29/2010 | 09/29/2010 | 11.00 | 1 |
| 06/22/2010 | 07/02/2010 | 55.50 | 1 |
| 03/01/2010 | 06/16/2010 | 49.75 | 3 |
| 11/19/2009 | 11/19/2009 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 08/27/2009 | 08/28/2009 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 05/29/2009 | 06/01/2009 | 13.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Hurricane Branch Strip #1 have?
Hurricane Branch Strip #1 has 66 MSHA violations on record, of which 17 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $10K.
What type of mine is Hurricane Branch Strip #1?
Hurricane Branch Strip #1 is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in SHORTT GAP, Buchanan County, VA. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Hurricane Branch Strip #1?
According to MSHA records, Hurricane Branch Strip #1 has 3 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Hurricane Branch Strip #1?
Hurricane Branch Strip #1 is operated by Knox Creek Coal Corp. and controlled by Alpha Natural Resources, Inc.. MSHA Mine ID: 4407180.