Key Takeaway

Mine No 2 is a active underground mine producing Coal, located in Caretta, Mcdowell County, WV. It has 763 violations on record (161 S&S) and $347K in proposed penalties. Operated by Harman Branch Mining Inc.

Mine No 2

Active Underground Coal

Operator: Harman Branch Mining Inc

Controller: Hung Q Nguyen

Location: Caretta, Mcdowell County, WV

Employees: 17

763
Violations
161
S&S Violations
8
Accidents
$347K
Penalties

Recent Violations

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Date Section S&S Negligence Penalty
02/19/2026 75.400 Non-S&S LowNegligence $0
02/19/2026 75.503 Non-S&S LowNegligence $0
01/22/2026 72.630(b) Non-S&S LowNegligence $151
10/21/2025 75.333(e)(1)(ii) Non-S&S LowNegligence $151
10/21/2025 75.400 Non-S&S LowNegligence $209
10/15/2025 75.512 Non-S&S LowNegligence $151
10/15/2025 75.400 Non-S&S LowNegligence $209
10/15/2025 75.604(b) S&S LowNegligence $1,320
10/15/2025 75.604(b) Non-S&S LowNegligence $267
10/14/2025 75.333(h) Non-S&S LowNegligence $151
10/08/2025 75.220(a)(1) Non-S&S LowNegligence $267
10/08/2025 75.1100-3 Non-S&S LowNegligence $151
10/08/2025 75.1731(a) Non-S&S LowNegligence $151
10/08/2025 75.1731(a) Non-S&S LowNegligence $151
10/08/2025 75.1101-10 Non-S&S LowNegligence $151
08/18/2025 75.380(d)(1) Non-S&S LowNegligence $151
08/18/2025 75.370(a)(1) Non-S&S ModNegligence $151
08/07/2025 75.202(a) S&S LowNegligence $336
08/07/2025 77.502 S&S LowNegligence $1,126
08/06/2025 77.208(e) Non-S&S LowNegligence $226

Accidents & Injuries

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Date Classification Injury Days Lost
08/20/2024 POWERED HAULAGE DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 211d lost
09/25/2023 HANDLING OF MATERIALS DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 188d lost
08/12/2020 MACHINERY NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT None
08/27/2018 HANDLING OF MATERIALS DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 3d lost
12/17/2013 SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 15d lost
12/01/2011 HANDLING OF MATERIALS NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT None
08/10/2011 HANDLING OF MATERIALS DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 45d lost
10/07/2009 HANDLING OF MATERIALS DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 2d lost

Inspections

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Begin End Hours Inspectors
01/22/2026 75.75 2
12/18/2025 12/18/2025 10.00 1
10/08/2025 12/09/2025 94.25 2
08/18/2025 08/18/2025 10.00 1
07/28/2025 09/02/2025 90.50 2
06/05/2025 06/05/2025 7.00 1
05/14/2025 05/21/2025 40.00 2
03/19/2025 03/19/2025 8.00 1
01/02/2025 01/21/2025 57.25 1
10/02/2024 12/17/2024 78.00 5

Mine Details

MSHA Mine ID4609207
Mine TypeUnderground
StatusActive
CommodityCoal
SIC DescriptionCoal (Bituminous)
Employees17
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift8.0
Coordinates37.3344440, -81.6880560
Nearest TownCaretta

Frequently Asked Questions

How many MSHA violations does Mine No 2 have?

Mine No 2 has 763 MSHA violations on record, of which 161 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $347K.

What type of mine is Mine No 2?

Mine No 2 is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Caretta, Mcdowell County, WV. It currently has 17 employees.

Has anyone been injured or killed at Mine No 2?

According to MSHA records, Mine No 2 has 8 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.

Who operates Mine No 2?

Mine No 2 is operated by Harman Branch Mining Inc and controlled by Hung Q Nguyen. MSHA Mine ID: 4609207.