Key Takeaway
Low Gap Surface Mine is a nonproducing surface mine producing Coal, located in Skygusty, Mcdowell County, WV. It has 321 violations on record (180 S&S) and $190K in proposed penalties. Operated by Extra Energy, Inc..
Low Gap Surface Mine
Operator: Extra Energy, Inc.
Controller: Cleveland-Cliffs Inc
Location: Skygusty, Mcdowell County, WV
Employees: 5
Recent Violations
View all 321 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/20/2022 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $215 |
| 07/20/2022 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $215 |
| 07/14/2022 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $481 |
| 07/11/2022 | 77.705 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $349 |
| 03/01/2022 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 03/01/2022 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 03/01/2022 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 03/01/2022 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 02/15/2022 | 77.404(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $407 |
| 02/15/2022 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 02/15/2022 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 02/09/2022 | 77.512 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 02/09/2022 | 77.208(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 02/09/2022 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 02/09/2022 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 02/05/2020 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $123 |
| 09/11/2019 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $121 |
| 01/14/2019 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $121 |
| 01/14/2019 | 77.1109(c)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $121 |
| 09/18/2018 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 44 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/07/2017 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 9d lost, 11d restricted |
| 05/05/2011 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 1d lost, 5d restricted |
| 05/29/2010 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 05/25/2010 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/10/2010 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 307d lost |
| 10/15/2009 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/15/2008 | STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 58d lost |
| 10/04/2007 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 171d lost |
| 05/29/2007 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 03/29/2007 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 6d lost |
Inspections
View all 80 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/07/2025 | 10/07/2025 | 2.25 | 1 |
| 05/16/2025 | 05/16/2025 | 6.00 | 2 |
| 10/08/2024 | 10/08/2024 | 2.75 | 1 |
| 04/25/2024 | 04/25/2024 | 8.50 | 1 |
| 11/20/2023 | 11/20/2023 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 04/17/2023 | 04/18/2023 | 2.50 | 1 |
| 01/17/2023 | 01/26/2023 | 7.25 | 1 |
| 07/08/2022 | 08/08/2022 | 61.75 | 1 |
| 01/13/2022 | 03/31/2022 | 87.75 | 2 |
| 07/14/2021 | 07/14/2021 | 10.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Low Gap Surface Mine have?
Low Gap Surface Mine has 321 MSHA violations on record, of which 180 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $190K.
What type of mine is Low Gap Surface Mine?
Low Gap Surface Mine is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Skygusty, Mcdowell County, WV. It currently has 5 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Low Gap Surface Mine?
According to MSHA records, Low Gap Surface Mine has 44 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Low Gap Surface Mine?
Low Gap Surface Mine is operated by Extra Energy, Inc. and controlled by Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 4605741.