Key Takeaway
Mercer Deep Mine is a abandoned and sealed underground mine producing Coal, located in Cowen, Webster County, WV. It has 242 violations on record (80 S&S) and $58K in proposed penalties. Operated by Brooks Run Mining Company LLC.
Mercer Deep Mine
Operator: Brooks Run Mining Company LLC
Controller: Pristine Clean Energy LLC
Location: Cowen, Webster County, WV
Recent Violations
View all 242 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/07/2007 | 75.512-2 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $138 |
| 05/02/2007 | 75.1107-4(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $362 |
| 04/25/2007 | 75.604(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $207 |
| 01/24/2007 | 75.333(d)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 01/24/2007 | 75.807 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 01/24/2007 | 75.1101-1(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 01/24/2007 | 75.1100-3 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 01/10/2007 | 75.364(b)(4) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 01/10/2007 | 75.364(b)(2) | S&S | ModNegligence | $286 |
| 01/10/2007 | 75.370(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 12/18/2006 | 75.370(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 12/18/2006 | 75.364(b)(4) | S&S | ModNegligence | $375 |
| 11/30/2006 | 75.312(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 11/08/2006 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 08/28/2006 | 75.312(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 08/28/2006 | 75.403 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 08/28/2006 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 08/01/2006 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $124 |
| 07/25/2006 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 07/25/2006 | 72.630(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 34 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/10/2007 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/15/2006 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 07/22/2006 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 07/07/2006 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 02/24/2006 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 16d lost |
| 02/08/2006 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 11/19/2005 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/23/2005 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 26d restricted |
| 09/20/2005 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 08/13/2005 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
Inspections
View all 37 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/05/2007 | 09/18/2007 | 14.50 | 1 |
| 04/24/2007 | 07/02/2007 | 58.50 | 2 |
| 01/09/2007 | 04/04/2007 | 91.50 | 2 |
| 10/27/2006 | 01/05/2007 | 63.00 | 2 |
| 07/24/2006 | 10/10/2006 | 67.50 | 4 |
| 03/06/2006 | 03/13/2006 | 20.00 | 2 |
| 02/02/2006 | 03/30/2006 | 146.25 | 5 |
| 10/11/2005 | 12/28/2005 | 149.75 | 3 |
| 07/22/2005 | 09/30/2005 | 140.00 | 3 |
| 06/27/2005 | 02/17/2006 | 60.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Mercer Deep Mine have?
Mercer Deep Mine has 242 MSHA violations on record, of which 80 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $58K.
What type of mine is Mercer Deep Mine?
Mercer Deep Mine is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Cowen, Webster County, WV. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Mercer Deep Mine?
According to MSHA records, Mercer Deep Mine has 34 reported accident/injury records and 1 fatalities on file.
Who operates Mercer Deep Mine?
Mercer Deep Mine is operated by Brooks Run Mining Company LLC and controlled by Pristine Clean Energy LLC. MSHA Mine ID: 4608875.