Key Takeaway
Lynn Branch No. 2 Mine is a active underground mine producing Coal, located in Logan, Logan County, WV. It has 1,391 violations on record (277 S&S) and $1.3M in proposed penalties. Operated by Aracoma Coal Company, LLC.
Lynn Branch No. 2 Mine
Operator: Aracoma Coal Company, LLC
Controller: Alpha Metallurgical Resources Inc
Location: Logan, Logan County, WV
Employees: 171
Recent Violations
View all 1,391 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/04/2026 | 75.220(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/26/2026 | 75.1731(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/26/2026 | 75.1103-4(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/26/2026 | 75.512 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/25/2026 | 75.370(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/25/2026 | 75.512 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/18/2026 | 75.333(b)(3) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/18/2026 | 75.515 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/17/2026 | 75.517 | S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/17/2026 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/17/2026 | 75.1725(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/10/2026 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/09/2026 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/09/2026 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/05/2026 | 77.502 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/05/2026 | 77.512 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/05/2026 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/05/2026 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/04/2026 | 75.202(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/03/2026 | 75.1103-1 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 49 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/20/2026 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/27/2025 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 10/23/2025 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/16/2025 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 81d lost |
| 10/16/2025 | DUST DISEASE OF LUNGS | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 06/20/2025 | DUST DISEASE OF LUNGS | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 03/31/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 02/10/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 11/16/2024 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 135d lost |
| 10/28/2024 | DUST DISEASE OF LUNGS | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
Inspections
View all 208 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/04/2026 | 03/04/2026 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 02/26/2026 | 02/26/2026 | 11.00 | 1 |
| 02/17/2026 | 02/17/2026 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 02/03/2026 | 02/03/2026 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 01/22/2026 | 01/22/2026 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 01/15/2026 | 01/15/2026 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 01/07/2026 | 01/07/2026 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 01/05/2026 | 327.50 | 11 | |
| 12/29/2025 | 12/29/2025 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 12/19/2025 | 12/19/2025 | 9.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Lynn Branch No. 2 Mine have?
Lynn Branch No. 2 Mine has 1391 MSHA violations on record, of which 277 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $1.3M.
What type of mine is Lynn Branch No. 2 Mine?
Lynn Branch No. 2 Mine is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Logan, Logan County, WV. It currently has 171 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Lynn Branch No. 2 Mine?
According to MSHA records, Lynn Branch No. 2 Mine has 49 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Lynn Branch No. 2 Mine?
Lynn Branch No. 2 Mine is operated by Aracoma Coal Company, LLC and controlled by Alpha Metallurgical Resources Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 4609575.