Key Takeaway

Mine No 4 is a abandoned surface mine producing Coal, located in Gilbert, Mingo County, WV. It has 233 violations on record (164 S&S) and $129K in proposed penalties. Operated by Frasure Creek Mining LLC.

Mine No 4

Abandoned Surface Coal

Operator: Frasure Creek Mining LLC

Controller: Essar Minerals Canada Limited

Location: Gilbert, Mingo County, WV

233
Violations
164
S&S Violations
22
Accidents
$129K
Penalties

Recent Violations

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Date Section S&S Negligence Penalty
10/17/2011 Non-S&S $0
05/31/2011 77.410(c) S&S LowNegligence $100
05/31/2011 48.31(a) S&S ModNegligence $1,995
05/31/2011 48.29(a) Non-S&S LowNegligence $100
05/31/2011 48.29(a) Non-S&S LowNegligence $100
03/17/2011 77.1605(k) Non-S&S $0
03/17/2011 77.1605(k) Non-S&S $0
03/17/2011 77.1605(k) S&S ModNegligence $540
03/14/2011 77.1605(k) S&S ModNegligence $4,440
03/14/2011 77.1605(k) S&S ModNegligence $601
11/19/2010 77.404(a) S&S ModNegligence $362
11/19/2010 77.1109(d) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
06/10/2010 77.1104 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
06/10/2010 77.1104 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
11/12/2008 77.404(a) S&S LowNegligence $2,106
11/10/2008 77.1606(a) S&S LowNegligence $362
11/10/2008 77.404(a) S&S LowNegligence $807
11/10/2008 77.1302(j) S&S LowNegligence $2,106
11/06/2008 77.205(a) S&S LowNegligence $362
11/06/2008 77.205(a) S&S ModNegligence $807

Accidents & Injuries

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Date Classification Injury Days Lost
03/25/2010 SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 28d lost
06/23/2009 SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 94d lost
09/15/2008 MACHINERY DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 2d lost
08/16/2008 HANDLING OF MATERIALS DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 12d lost
06/27/2008 MACHINERY DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 252d lost
04/08/2008 POWERED HAULAGE DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 308d lost
03/28/2008 POWERED HAULAGE DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 316d lost
03/26/2008 MACHINERY DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 1d lost
03/25/2008 SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 318d lost
09/24/2007 SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 43d lost

Inspections

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Begin End Hours Inspectors
03/28/2024 03/28/2024 1.50 1
08/17/2018 08/17/2018 3.50 1
04/02/2015 04/02/2015 13.50 2
10/01/2014 10/02/2014 4.75 1
04/22/2014 04/23/2014 5.75 1
11/19/2013 12/30/2013 23.50 1
06/11/2013 06/11/2013 8.50 1
12/17/2012 12/17/2012 9.00 1
08/06/2012 08/08/2012 17.00 1
10/17/2011 11/03/2011 26.00 1

Mine Details

MSHA Mine ID4609002
Mine TypeSurface
StatusAbandoned
CommodityCoal
SIC DescriptionCoal (Bituminous)
Days/Week0.0
Hours/Shift0.0
Coordinates37.5666670, -81.9013890
Nearest TownGilbert

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many MSHA violations does Mine No 4 have?

Mine No 4 has 233 MSHA violations on record, of which 164 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $129K.

What type of mine is Mine No 4?

Mine No 4 is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Gilbert, Mingo County, WV. It currently has 0 employees.

Has anyone been injured or killed at Mine No 4?

According to MSHA records, Mine No 4 has 22 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.

Who operates Mine No 4?

Mine No 4 is operated by Frasure Creek Mining LLC and controlled by Essar Minerals Canada Limited. MSHA Mine ID: 4609002.