Key Takeaway
Lens Creek Mine No 1 is a abandoned surface mine producing Coal, located in Hernshaw, Kanawha County, WV. It has 33 violations on record (27 S&S) and $4K in proposed penalties. Operated by Pritchard Mining Company Inc.
Lens Creek Mine No 1
Operator: Pritchard Mining Company Inc
Controller: Andrew B Jordon
Location: Hernshaw, Kanawha County, WV
Recent Violations
View all 33 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/29/2004 | 77.1104 | S&S | ModNegligence | $99 |
| 09/29/2004 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 09/29/2004 | 77.1606(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $99 |
| 01/29/2004 | 77.1605(k) | S&S | ModNegligence | $124 |
| 01/16/2004 | 77.400(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $154 |
| 01/13/2004 | 77.1606(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $124 |
| 12/23/2003 | 77.1606(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $114 |
| 07/15/2003 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $60 |
| 07/15/2003 | 77.1605(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 07/08/2003 | 77.1710(d) | S&S | ModNegligence | $201 |
| 07/08/2003 | 72.620 | S&S | ModNegligence | $164 |
| 11/20/2002 | 77.400(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
| 07/30/2002 | 77.400(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $150 |
| 07/25/2002 | 77.1000 | S&S | ModNegligence | $184 |
| 11/13/2001 | 77.1605(d) | S&S | ModNegligence | $66 |
| 11/13/2001 | 77.1606(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $66 |
| 11/13/2001 | 77.1605(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $66 |
| 11/01/2001 | 77.1606(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $113 |
| 06/05/2001 | 48.26 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $119 |
| 06/04/2001 | 72.620 | S&S | ModNegligence | $173 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 2 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/08/2001 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 3d lost |
| 01/08/2001 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 370d lost |
Inspections
View all 27 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/03/2006 | 01/05/2006 | 19.00 | 1 |
| 08/23/2005 | 08/24/2005 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 02/09/2005 | 02/10/2005 | 16.00 | 1 |
| 10/07/2004 | 10/07/2004 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 09/27/2004 | 09/29/2004 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 07/16/2004 | 07/16/2004 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 05/19/2004 | 05/19/2004 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 11/04/2003 | 01/29/2004 | 51.00 | 2 |
| 07/30/2003 | 07/30/2003 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 07/14/2003 | 07/14/2003 | 6.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Lens Creek Mine No 1 have?
Lens Creek Mine No 1 has 33 MSHA violations on record, of which 27 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $4K.
What type of mine is Lens Creek Mine No 1?
Lens Creek Mine No 1 is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Hernshaw, Kanawha County, WV. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Lens Creek Mine No 1?
According to MSHA records, Lens Creek Mine No 1 has 2 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Lens Creek Mine No 1?
Lens Creek Mine No 1 is operated by Pritchard Mining Company Inc and controlled by Andrew B Jordon. MSHA Mine ID: 4608184.