Key Takeaway
Mountaineer Mine is a abandoned and sealed underground mine producing Coal, located in Wharncliffe, Mingo County, WV. It has 188 violations on record (68 S&S) and $26K in proposed penalties. Operated by Mingo Logan Coal Company.
Mountaineer Mine
Operator: Mingo Logan Coal Company
Controller: Core Natural Resources Inc
Location: Wharncliffe, Mingo County, WV
Recent Violations
View all 188 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/02/2005 | 75.364(h) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 01/31/2005 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 01/31/2005 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 01/31/2005 | 75.1725(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $84 |
| 01/30/2005 | 75.1200 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $60 |
| 01/24/2005 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 08/10/2004 | 75.333(b)(4) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $60 |
| 08/10/2004 | 75.1100-3 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $60 |
| 07/19/2004 | 75.606 | S&S | LowNegligence | $135 |
| 07/19/2004 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 04/15/2004 | 75.1725 | S&S | ModNegligence | $191 |
| 04/15/2004 | 75.1100-3 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 04/13/2004 | 75.202(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 03/02/2004 | 75.1003(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $191 |
| 02/23/2004 | 75.340(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $191 |
| 02/23/2004 | 75.380(g) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 02/19/2004 | 75.1100-2(e)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 02/19/2004 | 75.604(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 02/11/2004 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 01/29/2004 | 75.202(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $191 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 68 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/22/2005 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 4d lost |
| 01/03/2005 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 5d lost |
| 10/12/2004 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 168d lost |
| 09/14/2004 | OTHER | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 187d lost |
| 07/19/2004 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 227d lost |
| 04/24/2004 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 255d lost |
| 10/04/2003 | ELECTRICAL | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 185d lost |
| 12/30/2002 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 60d lost |
| 11/05/2002 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 11/01/2002 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 41d lost |
Inspections
View all 91 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/26/2005 | 09/27/2005 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 05/04/2005 | 06/30/2005 | 11.25 | 1 |
| 01/19/2005 | 03/24/2005 | 57.50 | 1 |
| 10/27/2004 | 12/31/2004 | 79.00 | 1 |
| 09/15/2004 | 09/23/2004 | 9.50 | 1 |
| 07/01/2004 | 09/30/2004 | 117.00 | 1 |
| 05/14/2004 | 05/14/2004 | 4.50 | 1 |
| 04/06/2004 | 04/06/2004 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 04/02/2004 | 06/30/2004 | 113.00 | 1 |
| 02/25/2004 | 02/25/2004 | 4.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Mountaineer Mine have?
Mountaineer Mine has 188 MSHA violations on record, of which 68 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $26K.
What type of mine is Mountaineer Mine?
Mountaineer Mine is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Wharncliffe, Mingo County, WV. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Mountaineer Mine?
According to MSHA records, Mountaineer Mine has 68 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Mountaineer Mine?
Mountaineer Mine is operated by Mingo Logan Coal Company and controlled by Core Natural Resources Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 4606958.