Key Takeaway
KIAH CREEK PREPARATION PLANT is a nonproducing facility mine producing Coal, located in Dunlow, Wayne County, WV. It has 638 violations on record (328 S&S) and $209K in proposed penalties. Operated by ARGUS ENERGY WV LLC.
KIAH CREEK PREPARATION PLANT
Operator: ARGUS ENERGY WV LLC
Controller: James H Booth
Location: Dunlow, Wayne County, WV
Employees: 1
Recent Violations
View all 638 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/15/2022 | 77.216-3(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 12/20/2021 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 06/22/2021 | 77.216-3(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $125 |
| 12/10/2018 | 77.205(d) | S&S | ModNegligence | $191 |
| 10/24/2016 | 77.1605(k) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $114 |
| 10/24/2016 | 77.1606(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $666 |
| 10/24/2016 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $114 |
| 12/20/2013 | 48.28(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $167 |
| 09/10/2013 | 77.1605(k) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/10/2013 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 08/05/2013 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $873 |
| 08/05/2013 | 77.410(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 08/05/2013 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 08/05/2013 | 77.410(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 08/05/2013 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/03/2013 | 77.207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/03/2013 | 77.207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/03/2013 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/02/2013 | 77.516 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $207 |
| 06/27/2013 | 77.205(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 28 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/01/2013 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 12d lost |
| 11/15/2012 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 130d lost |
| 10/06/2012 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 45d lost |
| 07/23/2012 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 11d lost |
| 07/17/2011 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 167d lost |
| 03/12/2010 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 7d restricted |
| 01/27/2009 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 138d lost |
| 12/19/2008 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 21d lost |
| 09/24/2007 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 87d lost |
| 08/17/2006 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 12d lost |
Inspections
View all 239 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/11/2025 | 12/11/2025 | 7.25 | 1 |
| 09/02/2025 | 09/03/2025 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 06/09/2025 | 06/11/2025 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 03/03/2025 | 03/03/2025 | 5.75 | 1 |
| 11/26/2024 | 11/27/2024 | 6.25 | 1 |
| 11/01/2024 | 11/04/2024 | 10.50 | 1 |
| 09/03/2024 | 09/03/2024 | 5.75 | 1 |
| 06/13/2024 | 06/17/2024 | 6.75 | 1 |
| 03/18/2024 | 03/18/2024 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 12/18/2023 | 12/19/2023 | 6.75 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does KIAH CREEK PREPARATION PLANT have?
KIAH CREEK PREPARATION PLANT has 638 MSHA violations on record, of which 328 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $209K.
What type of mine is KIAH CREEK PREPARATION PLANT?
KIAH CREEK PREPARATION PLANT is a Facility mine producing Coal, located in Dunlow, Wayne County, WV. It currently has 1 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at KIAH CREEK PREPARATION PLANT?
According to MSHA records, KIAH CREEK PREPARATION PLANT has 28 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates KIAH CREEK PREPARATION PLANT?
KIAH CREEK PREPARATION PLANT is operated by ARGUS ENERGY WV LLC and controlled by James H Booth. MSHA Mine ID: 4607809.