Key Takeaway
Matewan Tunnel is a nonproducing underground mine producing Coal, located in Wharton, Boone County, WV. It has 58 violations on record (5 S&S) and $8K in proposed penalties. Operated by Rockwell Mining LLC.
Matewan Tunnel
Operator: Rockwell Mining LLC
Controller: Sev.en Global Investments a.s.
Location: Wharton, Boone County, WV
Employees: 1
Recent Violations
View all 58 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/05/2023 | 75.1711 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 11/21/2022 | 75.1711 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 11/29/2021 | 75.523-3(c)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 11/29/2021 | 75.1107-9(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 10/07/2020 | 75.1712-3(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 09/17/2020 | 48.11(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $217 |
| 09/14/2020 | 75.312(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 03/18/2020 | 75.202(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 09/19/2019 | 75.512 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $142 |
| 01/22/2019 | 75.1108(c) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $474 |
| 10/02/2018 | 75.312(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 12/04/2017 | 41.12 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $118 |
| 05/01/2017 | 75.311(f) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 05/01/2017 | 77.1103(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 05/01/2017 | 77.208(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $135 |
| 10/24/2016 | 75.1103-8(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $114 |
| 12/01/2015 | 75.364(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/07/2015 | 75.1713-1(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/23/2015 | 75.1731(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/10/2015 | 75.512 | S&S | ModNegligence | $263 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 17 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/03/2020 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 32d lost |
| 05/26/2009 | OTHER | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 3d lost |
| 05/20/2009 | OTHER | INJURIES DUE TO NATURAL CAUSES | 4d lost |
| 11/13/2007 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 11/05/2007 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 10/15/2007 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 07/18/2007 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 06/28/2006 | OTHER | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 12/29/2004 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 09/18/2004 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
Inspections
View all 139 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/19/2026 | 02/19/2026 | 13.00 | 2 |
| 10/16/2025 | 10/16/2025 | 1.50 | 1 |
| 08/14/2025 | 08/14/2025 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 04/16/2025 | 04/16/2025 | 1.50 | 1 |
| 03/04/2025 | 03/04/2025 | 1.50 | 1 |
| 12/17/2024 | 12/17/2024 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 08/21/2024 | 08/21/2024 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 06/13/2024 | 06/13/2024 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 03/27/2024 | 03/27/2024 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 11/20/2023 | 11/20/2023 | 3.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Matewan Tunnel have?
Matewan Tunnel has 58 MSHA violations on record, of which 5 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $8K.
What type of mine is Matewan Tunnel?
Matewan Tunnel is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Wharton, Boone County, WV. It currently has 1 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Matewan Tunnel?
According to MSHA records, Matewan Tunnel has 17 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Matewan Tunnel?
Matewan Tunnel is operated by Rockwell Mining LLC and controlled by Sev.en Global Investments a.s.. MSHA Mine ID: 4608610.