Key Takeaway
Meridian #1 is a abandoned and sealed underground mine producing Coal, located in Whitewood, Buchanan County, VA. It has 90 violations on record (30 S&S) and $6K in proposed penalties. Operated by Calico Coal Inc.
Meridian #1
Operator: Calico Coal Inc
Controller: Cecil T Brinager
Location: Whitewood, Buchanan County, VA
Recent Violations
View all 90 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/08/2003 | 77.1109(c)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 07/10/2003 | 75.518-1 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 07/10/2003 | 75.902 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 07/07/2003 | 75.601-1 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 04/15/2003 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 04/10/2003 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 04/09/2003 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 04/08/2003 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 04/08/2003 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 04/08/2003 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 01/21/2003 | 75.601-1 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 01/21/2003 | 75.383(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 01/13/2003 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 10/15/2002 | 75.515 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 10/15/2002 | 75.220(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 10/11/2002 | 75.342(a)(4) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 10/09/2002 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 07/24/2002 | 75.517 | S&S | ModNegligence | $104 |
| 07/24/2002 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 07/24/2002 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
Inspections
View all 95 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/29/2004 | 12/29/2004 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 09/16/2004 | 09/16/2004 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 04/13/2004 | 04/13/2004 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 01/29/2004 | 01/29/2004 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 10/08/2003 | 12/16/2003 | 21.00 | 2 |
| 09/30/2003 | 09/30/2003 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 09/24/2003 | 09/30/2003 | 12.25 | 1 |
| 08/27/2003 | 09/04/2003 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 08/27/2003 | 09/04/2003 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 08/22/2003 | 09/04/2003 | 12.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Meridian #1 have?
Meridian #1 has 90 MSHA violations on record, of which 30 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $6K.
What type of mine is Meridian #1?
Meridian #1 is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Whitewood, Buchanan County, VA. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Meridian #1?
According to MSHA records, Meridian #1 has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Meridian #1?
Meridian #1 is operated by Calico Coal Inc and controlled by Cecil T Brinager. MSHA Mine ID: 4406993.