Key Takeaway
Jack's Branch Buffalo Creek is a abandoned and sealed underground mine producing Coal, located in Madison, Boone County, WV. It has 359 violations on record (148 S&S) and $57K in proposed penalties. Operated by Spartan Mining Company.
Jack's Branch Buffalo Creek
Operator: Spartan Mining Company
Controller: Alpha Metallurgical Resources Inc
Location: Madison, Boone County, WV
Recent Violations
View all 359 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/02/2005 | 77.900-2 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 09/20/2005 | 77.1109(c)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $60 |
| 09/20/2005 | 77.1606(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $72 |
| 08/22/2005 | 75.902 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 08/22/2005 | 75.523 | S&S | ModNegligence | $286 |
| 08/22/2005 | 75.904 | S&S | ModNegligence | $286 |
| 08/18/2005 | 75.371(f) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 05/09/2005 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $72 |
| 05/09/2005 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 05/09/2005 | 77.1606(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $72 |
| 05/05/2005 | 75.1714(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 04/28/2005 | 75.1107-16(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 04/28/2005 | 75.512 | S&S | ModNegligence | $286 |
| 04/28/2005 | 70.220(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 04/27/2005 | 75.517 | S&S | ModNegligence | $286 |
| 04/27/2005 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 04/27/2005 | 75.370(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 04/26/2005 | 75.220(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $286 |
| 04/26/2005 | 75.333(b)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 04/14/2005 | 75.1202 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 32 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/06/2005 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 03/10/2005 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/01/2004 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 09/08/2004 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 03/08/2004 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 02/24/2004 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 05/14/2003 | FALL OF FACE/RIB/PILLAR/SIDE/HIGHWALL | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 70d lost |
| 05/02/2003 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/11/2003 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 02/14/2003 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 70 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/11/2005 | 12/16/2005 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 08/18/2005 | 09/23/2005 | 55.00 | 2 |
| 04/05/2005 | 06/13/2005 | 83.50 | 1 |
| 01/04/2005 | 03/25/2005 | 97.00 | 1 |
| 12/13/2004 | 12/13/2004 | 9.50 | 1 |
| 11/01/2004 | 11/01/2004 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 10/07/2004 | 12/27/2004 | 101.50 | 1 |
| 09/08/2004 | 09/13/2004 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 07/09/2004 | 09/30/2004 | 115.00 | 5 |
| 04/01/2004 | 06/30/2004 | 182.50 | 7 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Jack's Branch Buffalo Creek have?
Jack's Branch Buffalo Creek has 359 MSHA violations on record, of which 148 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $57K.
What type of mine is Jack's Branch Buffalo Creek?
Jack's Branch Buffalo Creek is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Madison, Boone County, WV. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Jack's Branch Buffalo Creek?
According to MSHA records, Jack's Branch Buffalo Creek has 32 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Jack's Branch Buffalo Creek?
Jack's Branch Buffalo Creek is operated by Spartan Mining Company and controlled by Alpha Metallurgical Resources Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 4608513.