Key Takeaway
Leer South Preparation Plant is a active facility mine producing Coal, located in Philippi, Barbour County, WV. It has 221 violations on record (69 S&S) and $50K in proposed penalties. Operated by Wolf Run Mining LLC.
Leer South Preparation Plant
Operator: Wolf Run Mining LLC
Controller: Core Natural Resources Inc
Location: Philippi, Barbour County, WV
Employees: 28
Recent Violations
View all 221 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/19/2025 | 77.404(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 06/26/2025 | 77.1607(n) | S&S | ModNegligence | $177 |
| 06/26/2025 | 77.1605(k) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/26/2025 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/26/2025 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $151 |
| 06/26/2025 | 77.1605(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 06/26/2025 | 77.1713(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $177 |
| 06/26/2025 | 77.100(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $177 |
| 06/26/2025 | 77.107-1 | S&S | ModNegligence | $177 |
| 06/18/2025 | 71.402(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 06/16/2025 | 77.505 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 06/12/2025 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/12/2025 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 06/11/2025 | 77.400(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/09/2024 | 77.1607(cc) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 10/09/2024 | 77.202 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 10/09/2024 | 77.400(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 10/08/2024 | 77.904 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $172 |
| 10/08/2024 | 77.1607(cc) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 10/08/2024 | 77.1607(cc) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 18 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/12/2022 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 38d restricted |
| 05/07/2021 | ELECTRICAL | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 11/24/2020 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 87d restricted |
| 08/21/2020 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/24/2019 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 80d lost, 13d restricted |
| 09/15/2017 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 398d lost |
| 02/23/2016 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 64d lost |
| 03/06/2014 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 33d lost |
| 06/22/2008 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 12d lost |
| 04/04/2008 | FALLING/SLIDING/ROLLING MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 23d lost |
Inspections
View all 169 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/26/2026 | 02/26/2026 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 12/12/2025 | 12/12/2025 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 11/18/2025 | 11/30/2025 | 34.00 | 1 |
| 08/07/2025 | 08/07/2025 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 06/26/2025 | 07/18/2025 | 36.00 | 1 |
| 05/20/2025 | 06/20/2025 | 106.50 | 3 |
| 03/13/2025 | 03/13/2025 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 12/10/2024 | 12/10/2024 | 9.00 | 1 |
| 12/05/2024 | 12/05/2024 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 10/08/2024 | 10/09/2024 | 18.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Leer South Preparation Plant have?
Leer South Preparation Plant has 221 MSHA violations on record, of which 69 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $50K.
What type of mine is Leer South Preparation Plant?
Leer South Preparation Plant is a Facility mine producing Coal, located in Philippi, Barbour County, WV. It currently has 28 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Leer South Preparation Plant?
According to MSHA records, Leer South Preparation Plant has 18 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Leer South Preparation Plant?
Leer South Preparation Plant is operated by Wolf Run Mining LLC and controlled by Core Natural Resources Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 4608777.