Key Takeaway
Mine No 6 is a nonproducing surface mine producing Coal, located in Alum Creek, Boone County, WV. It has 312 violations on record (125 S&S) and $475K in proposed penalties. Operated by Lexington Coal Company.
Mine No 6
Operator: Lexington Coal Company
Controller: Lexington Coal Holdings, Inc
Location: Alum Creek, Boone County, WV
Recent Violations
View all 312 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/25/2025 | 77.1607(i) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,066 |
| 08/25/2025 | 77.1607(i) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 06/11/2025 | 77.1607(i) | S&S | ModNegligence | $755 |
| 02/18/2025 | 77.1000 | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 02/14/2025 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $168 | |
| 01/27/2025 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $168 | |
| 01/27/2025 | 77.1000 | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,866 |
| 12/26/2024 | 77.1607(i) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/26/2024 | 77.1000 | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 12/26/2024 | 77.1000 | S&S | HighNegligence | $2,569 |
| 12/16/2024 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 12/16/2024 | 77.1608(a) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 12/12/2024 | 77.1608(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $2,504 |
| 12/07/2024 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,511 |
| 12/05/2024 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $189 |
| 12/05/2024 | 71.402(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 12/04/2024 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $305 |
| 11/27/2024 | 77.1608(a) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 11/27/2024 | 77.1608(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $504 |
| 11/26/2024 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $210 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 10 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/28/2023 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/17/2022 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 256d lost |
| 02/10/2020 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 02/24/2014 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 5d lost, 10d restricted |
| 01/22/2014 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 57d lost |
| 11/14/2013 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 85d lost |
| 05/31/2013 | STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 04/17/2013 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 13d lost |
| 09/23/2011 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 73d lost |
| 04/12/2011 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 170d lost, 59d restricted |
Inspections
View all 75 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/14/2026 | 01/26/2026 | 11.00 | 1 |
| 08/05/2025 | 09/05/2025 | 35.50 | 3 |
| 06/13/2025 | 06/13/2025 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 06/11/2025 | 06/17/2025 | 7.50 | 1 |
| 04/01/2025 | 06/02/2025 | 46.50 | 1 |
| 02/14/2025 | 03/28/2025 | 8.25 | 3 |
| 01/27/2025 | 04/02/2025 | 22.00 | 1 |
| 12/31/2024 | 01/03/2025 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 12/26/2024 | 01/03/2025 | 18.50 | 2 |
| 12/12/2024 | 01/02/2025 | 12.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Mine No 6 have?
Mine No 6 has 312 MSHA violations on record, of which 125 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $475K.
What type of mine is Mine No 6?
Mine No 6 is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Alum Creek, Boone County, WV. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Mine No 6?
According to MSHA records, Mine No 6 has 10 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Mine No 6?
Mine No 6 is operated by Lexington Coal Company and controlled by Lexington Coal Holdings, Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 4609286.