Key Takeaway
MOUNTAIN EDGE HIGHWALL #1 is a abandoned surface mine producing Coal, located in Wharton, Boone County, WV. It has 8 violations on record (8 S&S) and $2K in proposed penalties. Operated by MOUNTAIN EDGE MINING, INC..
MOUNTAIN EDGE HIGHWALL #1
Operator: MOUNTAIN EDGE MINING, INC.
Controller: Douglas M Epling
Location: Wharton, Boone County, WV
Recent Violations
View all 8 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/21/2002 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $76 |
| 08/19/2002 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $76 |
| 08/19/2002 | 77.410(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $76 |
| 06/13/2002 | 77.1502 | S&S | Reckless | $800 |
| 06/13/2002 | 75.202(b) | S&S | Reckless | $1,100 |
| 01/29/2002 | 77.1607(i) | S&S | ModNegligence | $83 |
| 01/29/2002 | 77.205 | S&S | ModNegligence | $76 |
| 01/29/2002 | 77.1103(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $76 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 1 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/03/2002 | POWERED HAULAGE | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 7 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/02/2002 | 10/03/2002 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 08/19/2002 | 08/26/2002 | 48.00 | 2 |
| 06/13/2002 | 06/19/2002 | 47.00 | 3 |
| 04/21/2002 | 04/22/2002 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 02/14/2002 | 02/15/2002 | 11.00 | 2 |
| 01/04/2002 | 03/06/2002 | 43.00 | 2 |
| 01/04/2002 | 01/04/2002 | 4.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does MOUNTAIN EDGE HIGHWALL #1 have?
MOUNTAIN EDGE HIGHWALL #1 has 8 MSHA violations on record, of which 8 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $2K.
What type of mine is MOUNTAIN EDGE HIGHWALL #1?
MOUNTAIN EDGE HIGHWALL #1 is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Wharton, Boone County, WV. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at MOUNTAIN EDGE HIGHWALL #1?
According to MSHA records, MOUNTAIN EDGE HIGHWALL #1 has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates MOUNTAIN EDGE HIGHWALL #1?
MOUNTAIN EDGE HIGHWALL #1 is operated by MOUNTAIN EDGE MINING, INC. and controlled by Douglas M Epling. MSHA Mine ID: 4608929.