Key Takeaway
Laurel Branch Surface is a active surface mine producing Coal, located in Hurley, Buchanan County, VA. It has 706 violations on record (253 S&S) and $432K in proposed penalties. Operated by Clintwood JOD, LLC.
Laurel Branch Surface
Operator: Clintwood JOD, LLC
Controller: JOD Holdings LLC
Location: Hurley, Buchanan County, VA
Employees: 100
Recent Violations
View all 706 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/07/2026 | 77.1605(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 01/07/2026 | 77.1605(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 12/09/2025 | 77.200 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 12/09/2025 | 77.513 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $336 |
| 12/09/2025 | 77.1109(c)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 07/22/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $313 |
| 07/22/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $3,022 |
| 07/22/2025 | 77.410(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $1,126 |
| 07/22/2025 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 07/16/2025 | 77.1005(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $2,503 |
| 07/16/2025 | 77.1606(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $2,503 |
| 07/16/2025 | 77.404(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $1,126 |
| 07/16/2025 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/16/2025 | 77.1606(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $2,312 |
| 07/16/2025 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/16/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $697 |
| 07/16/2025 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/16/2025 | 77.1606(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $2,312 |
| 07/16/2025 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/16/2025 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $2,503 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 36 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/02/2026 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 11/21/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 07/31/2025 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 07/31/2024 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 225d lost |
| 04/23/2024 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 33d restricted |
| 11/14/2023 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 3d lost |
| 04/20/2023 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 67d restricted |
| 12/06/2022 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 123d lost |
| 06/25/2022 | OTHER | INJURIES DUE TO NATURAL CAUSES | None |
| 03/17/2021 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 80d lost |
Inspections
View all 90 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/15/2025 | 12/16/2025 | 8.50 | 1 |
| 11/19/2025 | 111.00 | 1 | |
| 08/27/2025 | 08/27/2025 | 11.00 | 1 |
| 05/09/2025 | 05/12/2025 | 16.00 | 1 |
| 04/01/2025 | 09/23/2025 | 321.00 | 8 |
| 01/08/2025 | 03/27/2025 | 178.25 | 3 |
| 10/16/2024 | 10/16/2024 | 4.25 | 1 |
| 08/26/2024 | 08/26/2024 | 4.50 | 1 |
| 08/01/2024 | 08/01/2024 | 11.00 | 1 |
| 07/31/2024 | 09/17/2024 | 103.00 | 5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Laurel Branch Surface have?
Laurel Branch Surface has 706 MSHA violations on record, of which 253 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $432K.
What type of mine is Laurel Branch Surface?
Laurel Branch Surface is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Hurley, Buchanan County, VA. It currently has 100 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Laurel Branch Surface?
According to MSHA records, Laurel Branch Surface has 36 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Laurel Branch Surface?
Laurel Branch Surface is operated by Clintwood JOD, LLC and controlled by JOD Holdings LLC. MSHA Mine ID: 4407199.