Key Takeaway
Mine No 3 is a nonproducing underground mine producing Coal, located in Caretta, Mcdowell County, WV. It has 595 violations on record (101 S&S) and $193K in proposed penalties. Operated by Ambush Mining Inc.
Mine No 3
Operator: Ambush Mining Inc
Controller: Brandon Nguyen; Michael Turner
Location: Caretta, Mcdowell County, WV
Recent Violations
View all 595 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/05/2023 | 75.310(a)(4) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $535 |
| 12/05/2023 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $1,220 | |
| 12/05/2023 | 75.1714-3(e) | Non-S&S | NoNegligence | $147 |
| 12/05/2023 | 77.205(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 09/15/2023 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $530 | |
| 09/05/2023 | 75.370(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 08/31/2023 | 75.1505(a)(4) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 08/31/2023 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 08/31/2023 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $477 |
| 08/31/2023 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $477 |
| 08/31/2023 | 75.202(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $834 |
| 08/31/2023 | 75.517 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 08/31/2023 | 75.1722(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 08/24/2023 | 75.370(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $252 |
| 08/22/2023 | 75.1202-1(b)(3) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 08/22/2023 | 75.202(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $834 |
| 08/18/2023 | 75.1702 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 08/18/2023 | 75.364(h) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 08/18/2023 | 75.1731(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 08/18/2023 | 75.220(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $1,858 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 10 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/01/2022 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 02/03/2021 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 09/01/2020 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 45d lost |
| 08/31/2018 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 08/29/2014 | FALL OF FACE/RIB/PILLAR/SIDE/HIGHWALL | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 32d lost |
| 04/02/2014 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 07/12/2013 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 11/13/2012 | STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 96d lost |
| 10/24/2012 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 08/10/2012 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
Inspections
View all 102 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/05/2026 | 03/05/2026 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 10/03/2025 | 10/03/2025 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 07/01/2025 | 07/01/2025 | 3.50 | 1 |
| 05/02/2025 | 05/02/2025 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 01/14/2025 | 01/14/2025 | 1.25 | 1 |
| 12/10/2024 | 12/11/2024 | 2.50 | 1 |
| 07/01/2024 | 07/01/2024 | 3.50 | 1 |
| 06/05/2024 | 06/05/2024 | 1.75 | 1 |
| 04/01/2024 | 04/01/2024 | 3.25 | 1 |
| 02/14/2024 | 02/14/2024 | 4.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Mine No 3 have?
Mine No 3 has 595 MSHA violations on record, of which 101 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $193K.
What type of mine is Mine No 3?
Mine No 3 is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Caretta, Mcdowell County, WV. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Mine No 3?
According to MSHA records, Mine No 3 has 10 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Mine No 3?
Mine No 3 is operated by Ambush Mining Inc and controlled by Brandon Nguyen; Michael Turner. MSHA Mine ID: 4609271.