Key Takeaway
HWM No. 3 is a active surface mine producing Coal, located in Richlands, Wyoming County, WV. It has 62 violations on record (28 S&S) and $16K in proposed penalties. Operated by Ramaco Resources, LLC.
HWM No. 3
Operator: Ramaco Resources, LLC
Controller: Ramaco Resources Inc
Location: Richlands, Wyoming County, WV
Employees: 12
Recent Violations
View all 62 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/30/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 08/13/2025 | 71.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/12/2025 | 77.502 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 06/26/2025 | 77.1713(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 06/26/2025 | 77.1000 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/07/2025 | 77.505 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 02/07/2025 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/07/2025 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 02/07/2025 | 77.505 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 02/05/2024 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 02/05/2024 | 77.410(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $328 |
| 02/25/2022 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 02/23/2022 | 77.1102 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 02/23/2022 | 77.1109(e)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 02/23/2022 | 77.1102 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 02/22/2022 | 47.51 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $133 |
| 02/17/2022 | 77.400(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 02/17/2022 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 02/25/2015 | 77.1605(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 02/24/2015 | 77.1000 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $207 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 2 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/30/2022 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 4d lost |
| 07/05/2012 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 245d lost |
Inspections
View all 32 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/27/2025 | 11/25/2025 | 25.50 | 1 |
| 06/26/2025 | 09/02/2025 | 58.00 | 5 |
| 02/07/2025 | 02/13/2025 | 26.75 | 1 |
| 05/22/2024 | 05/23/2024 | 1.50 | 1 |
| 04/08/2024 | 05/02/2024 | 40.50 | 1 |
| 10/05/2023 | 02/20/2024 | 57.00 | 1 |
| 08/16/2023 | 08/19/2023 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 05/17/2023 | 05/17/2023 | 3.25 | 1 |
| 03/07/2023 | 03/23/2023 | 4.50 | 1 |
| 07/18/2022 | 07/18/2022 | 3.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does HWM No. 3 have?
HWM No. 3 has 62 MSHA violations on record, of which 28 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $16K.
What type of mine is HWM No. 3?
HWM No. 3 is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Richlands, Wyoming County, WV. It currently has 12 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at HWM No. 3?
According to MSHA records, HWM No. 3 has 2 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates HWM No. 3?
HWM No. 3 is operated by Ramaco Resources, LLC and controlled by Ramaco Resources Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 1519557.