Key Takeaway
Lower Shannon Branch is a abandoned surface mine producing Coal, located in Capels, Mcdowell County, WV. It has 31 violations on record (9 S&S) and $4K in proposed penalties. Operated by Reclaiming LLC.
Lower Shannon Branch
Operator: Reclaiming LLC
Controller: Rory J Cutaia
Location: Capels, Mcdowell County, WV
Recent Violations
View all 31 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/14/2010 | 77.410(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/14/2010 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $190 |
| 09/14/2010 | 77.1606(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/13/2010 | 77.1705 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/13/2010 | 77.1605(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/08/2010 | 77.205(e) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/08/2010 | 77.204 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/08/2010 | 77.206(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $127 |
| 09/08/2010 | 77.1103(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/22/2009 | 71.403(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/21/2009 | 77.400(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 09/21/2009 | 77.400(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/21/2009 | 77.400(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/21/2009 | 77.400(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $127 |
| 01/14/2009 | 77.1605(k) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 01/13/2009 | 77.400(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/26/2008 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $460 |
| 09/25/2008 | 77.208(e) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/25/2008 | 77.400(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/25/2008 | 77.400(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 2 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/14/2008 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 241d lost |
| 12/28/2006 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | ALL OTHER CASES (INCL 1ST AID) | None |
Inspections
View all 16 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/07/2011 | 07/07/2011 | 8.00 | 2 |
| 04/11/2011 | 04/13/2011 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 10/06/2010 | 10/08/2010 | 9.50 | 1 |
| 09/30/2010 | 09/30/2010 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 09/08/2010 | 09/23/2010 | 57.25 | 3 |
| 01/05/2010 | 01/06/2010 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 09/21/2009 | 09/28/2009 | 35.00 | 2 |
| 01/13/2009 | 01/23/2009 | 36.50 | 1 |
| 09/02/2008 | 09/26/2008 | 47.00 | 3 |
| 02/13/2008 | 03/14/2008 | 80.00 | 2 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Lower Shannon Branch have?
Lower Shannon Branch has 31 MSHA violations on record, of which 9 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $4K.
What type of mine is Lower Shannon Branch?
Lower Shannon Branch is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Capels, Mcdowell County, WV. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Lower Shannon Branch?
According to MSHA records, Lower Shannon Branch has 2 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Lower Shannon Branch?
Lower Shannon Branch is operated by Reclaiming LLC and controlled by Rory J Cutaia. MSHA Mine ID: 4609143.