Key Takeaway
Laurel Fork Mine is a nonproducing underground mine producing Coal, located in Vallscreek, Mcdowell County, WV. It has 1,028 violations on record (267 S&S) and $1.2M in proposed penalties. Operated by Ramaco Resources, LLC.
Laurel Fork Mine
Operator: Ramaco Resources, LLC
Controller: Ramaco Resources Inc
Location: Vallscreek, Mcdowell County, WV
Employees: 7
Recent Violations
View all 1,028 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/18/2026 | 75.1106-5(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/09/2026 | 75.380(d)(7)(iv) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $0 |
| 01/06/2026 | 70.212(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/05/2025 | 75.1719-4(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $336 |
| 09/17/2025 | 75.342(c)(1) | S&S | LowNegligence | $642 |
| 09/02/2025 | 75.1107-7(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $288 |
| 08/22/2025 | 75.1725(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $1,037 |
| 08/21/2025 | 75.1725(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $2,312 |
| 08/21/2025 | 75.1403 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 08/21/2025 | 75.523-3(c)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 08/21/2025 | 75.507-1(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $288 |
| 08/21/2025 | 75.512 | S&S | ModNegligence | $10,569 |
| 08/21/2025 | 75.1101-10 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 08/21/2025 | 75.370(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $818 |
| 08/21/2025 | 75.370(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $366 |
| 08/20/2025 | 75.503 | S&S | ModNegligence | $2,712 |
| 08/18/2025 | 75.601-1 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $592 |
| 08/18/2025 | 75.1725(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $2,712 |
| 08/18/2025 | 75.1403 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 08/14/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 38 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/02/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/19/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 06/06/2025 | FALL OF FACE/RIB/PILLAR/SIDE/HIGHWALL | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 63d lost |
| 04/14/2025 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 02/19/2025 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 28d lost |
| 12/19/2024 | FALL OF FACE/RIB/PILLAR/SIDE/HIGHWALL | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 128d lost |
| 11/11/2024 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 13d lost |
| 10/29/2024 | FALL OF FACE/RIB/PILLAR/SIDE/HIGHWALL | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 10/26/2024 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/21/2024 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
Inspections
View all 231 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/02/2026 | 03/02/2026 | 9.50 | 1 |
| 02/11/2026 | 02/11/2026 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 02/03/2026 | 02/03/2026 | 11.50 | 1 |
| 01/26/2026 | 03/03/2026 | 66.50 | 2 |
| 01/15/2026 | 01/15/2026 | 9.00 | 1 |
| 01/06/2026 | 01/06/2026 | 3.25 | 1 |
| 12/29/2025 | 12/29/2025 | 11.50 | 1 |
| 12/16/2025 | 12/16/2025 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 12/02/2025 | 12/02/2025 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 11/20/2025 | 11/20/2025 | 6.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Laurel Fork Mine have?
Laurel Fork Mine has 1028 MSHA violations on record, of which 267 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $1.2M.
What type of mine is Laurel Fork Mine?
Laurel Fork Mine is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Vallscreek, Mcdowell County, WV. It currently has 7 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Laurel Fork Mine?
According to MSHA records, Laurel Fork Mine has 38 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Laurel Fork Mine?
Laurel Fork Mine is operated by Ramaco Resources, LLC and controlled by Ramaco Resources Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 4609084.