Key Takeaway

Low Splint No 1 Mine is a abandoned underground mine producing Coal, located in Appalachia, Wise County, VA. It has 385 violations on record (157 S&S) and $51K in proposed penalties. Operated by Meadow Branch Mining Corporation.

Low Splint No 1 Mine

Abandoned Underground Coal

Operator: Meadow Branch Mining Corporation

Controller: Alpha Natural Resources, Inc.

Location: Appalachia, Wise County, VA

385
Violations
157
S&S Violations
52
Accidents
$51K
Penalties

Recent Violations

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Date Section S&S Negligence Penalty
02/07/2007 75.1714-3(c) Non-S&S ModNegligence $60
02/07/2007 75.512 S&S ModNegligence $286
01/25/2007 75.333(b)(5) S&S ModNegligence $286
01/22/2007 77.1110 Non-S&S ModNegligence $60
01/16/2007 75.370(a)(1) S&S ModNegligence $440
01/16/2007 75.503 S&S ModNegligence $286
01/16/2007 75.334(b)(2) S&S ModNegligence $286
01/09/2007 75.334(b)(2) Non-S&S ModNegligence $60
12/28/2006 75.360(f) Non-S&S ModNegligence $60
12/28/2006 75.364(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $60
12/28/2006 75.202(a) S&S ModNegligence $268
09/12/2006 75.400 Non-S&S ModNegligence $60
08/30/2006 75.202(a) S&S ModNegligence $228
08/30/2006 75.400 Non-S&S ModNegligence $60
08/30/2006 75.400 Non-S&S ModNegligence $60
08/28/2006 75.606 Non-S&S ModNegligence $60
08/28/2006 75.1714(b) Non-S&S ModNegligence $60
08/28/2006 75.400 Non-S&S ModNegligence $60
08/28/2006 75.1103-8(b) Non-S&S ModNegligence $60
08/28/2006 75.904 Non-S&S ModNegligence $60

Accidents & Injuries

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Date Classification Injury Days Lost
01/23/2007 FALL OF ROOF OR BACK ACCIDENT ONLY None
01/19/2007 FALL OF ROOF OR BACK ACCIDENT ONLY None
01/09/2007 FALL OF ROOF OR BACK ACCIDENT ONLY None
12/28/2006 FALL OF ROOF OR BACK ACCIDENT ONLY None
12/20/2006 FALL OF ROOF OR BACK ACCIDENT ONLY None
12/20/2006 FALL OF ROOF OR BACK ACCIDENT ONLY None
11/20/2006 FALL OF ROOF OR BACK ACCIDENT ONLY None
11/14/2006 FALL OF ROOF OR BACK ACCIDENT ONLY None
10/23/2006 FALL OF ROOF OR BACK ACCIDENT ONLY None
06/29/2006 FALL OF ROOF OR BACK ACCIDENT ONLY None

Inspections

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Begin End Hours Inspectors
01/10/2007 03/05/2007 53.50 1
12/28/2006 01/10/2007 24.25 2
07/10/2006 09/29/2006 137.25 3
07/05/2006 07/11/2006 12.00 1
04/04/2006 06/15/2006 188.00 2
01/04/2006 03/30/2006 345.25 9
11/18/2005 11/18/2005 10.00 1
11/14/2005 11/21/2005 6.50 1
10/04/2005 11/15/2007 0.00 0
10/03/2005 11/30/2005 121.00 4

Mine Details

MSHA Mine ID4406883
Mine TypeUnderground
StatusAbandoned
CommodityCoal
SIC DescriptionCoal (Bituminous)
Days/Week0.0
Hours/Shift0.0
Coordinates36.9780550, -82.7977770
Nearest TownAppalachia

Frequently Asked Questions

How many MSHA violations does Low Splint No 1 Mine have?

Low Splint No 1 Mine has 385 MSHA violations on record, of which 157 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $51K.

What type of mine is Low Splint No 1 Mine?

Low Splint No 1 Mine is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Appalachia, Wise County, VA. It currently has 0 employees.

Has anyone been injured or killed at Low Splint No 1 Mine?

According to MSHA records, Low Splint No 1 Mine has 52 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.

Who operates Low Splint No 1 Mine?

Low Splint No 1 Mine is operated by Meadow Branch Mining Corporation and controlled by Alpha Natural Resources, Inc.. MSHA Mine ID: 4406883.