Key Takeaway
Mine No. 32 is a active underground mine producing Coal, located in Caretta, Mcdowell County, WV. It has 1,048 violations on record (197 S&S) and $494K in proposed penalties. Operated by Lo Down Energy, Inc..
Mine No. 32
Operator: Lo Down Energy, Inc.
Controller: Philip T Lambert
Location: Caretta, Mcdowell County, WV
Employees: 18
Recent Violations
View all 1,048 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/03/2026 | 75.403 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/11/2026 | 77.502 | S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/11/2026 | 77.502 | S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/11/2026 | 77.1103(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/10/2026 | 75.512 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/10/2026 | 75.512 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/09/2026 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 | |
| 02/05/2026 | 75.1725(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/05/2026 | 75.512 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/04/2026 | 75.370(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/04/2026 | 75.1731(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/04/2026 | 75.1101-10 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/04/2026 | 75.1600-2(e) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/04/2026 | 75.1103-5(h) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/20/2026 | 75.1722(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/13/2026 | 75.370(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/13/2026 | 75.517 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/08/2026 | 75.202(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $267 |
| 01/08/2026 | 75.517 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $177 |
| 01/07/2026 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 15 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/04/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/29/2024 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 10/16/2023 | POWERED HAULAGE | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 03/14/2019 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 9d lost |
| 08/07/2018 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 195d lost |
| 03/11/2013 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 03/04/2008 | FALL OF FACE/RIB/PILLAR/SIDE/HIGHWALL | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/20/2007 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 03/12/2007 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 03/20/2006 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 5d lost |
Inspections
View all 216 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/05/2026 | 168.50 | 3 | |
| 12/16/2025 | 12/16/2025 | 9.00 | 1 |
| 11/18/2025 | 11/20/2025 | 29.75 | 1 |
| 10/14/2025 | 10/27/2025 | 64.00 | 1 |
| 09/10/2025 | 09/10/2025 | 5.50 | 1 |
| 09/03/2025 | 09/03/2025 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 07/01/2025 | 08/24/2025 | 167.75 | 5 |
| 06/18/2025 | 06/18/2025 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 06/03/2025 | 06/03/2025 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 04/01/2025 | 05/19/2025 | 112.50 | 3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Mine No. 32 have?
Mine No. 32 has 1048 MSHA violations on record, of which 197 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $494K.
What type of mine is Mine No. 32?
Mine No. 32 is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Caretta, Mcdowell County, WV. It currently has 18 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Mine No. 32?
According to MSHA records, Mine No. 32 has 15 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Mine No. 32?
Mine No. 32 is operated by Lo Down Energy, Inc. and controlled by Philip T Lambert. MSHA Mine ID: 4608659.