Key Takeaway
No 5 Strip is a abandoned surface mine producing Coal, located in Norton, Wise County, VA. It has 236 violations on record (114 S&S) and $286K in proposed penalties. Operated by Humphreys Enterprises Inc.
No 5 Strip
Operator: Humphreys Enterprises Inc
Controller: William D Humphreys
Location: Norton, Wise County, VA
Recent Violations
View all 236 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/09/2025 | 77.1605(k) | S&S | ModNegligence | $209 |
| 04/30/2025 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 04/30/2025 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 04/30/2025 | 77.1606(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/20/2024 | 77.1605(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 04/11/2024 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 09/12/2017 | 77.1605(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 01/11/2017 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 08/30/2016 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $2,277 |
| 08/30/2016 | 77.1606(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $4,600 |
| 08/30/2016 | 77.410(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $114 |
| 08/30/2016 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $114 |
| 08/30/2016 | 77.1606(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $2,277 |
| 08/30/2016 | 77.210(c) | S&S | HighNegligence | $3,900 |
| 08/30/2016 | 77.210(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $4,600 |
| 08/30/2016 | 77.404(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $4,600 |
| 08/30/2016 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $114 |
| 03/10/2016 | 77.1605(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $285 |
| 09/16/2015 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/20/2014 | 41.12 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 26 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/23/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 04/09/2015 | POWERED HAULAGE | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 10d lost, 52d restricted |
| 03/12/2013 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 23d lost |
| 06/13/2012 | STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 06/06/2011 | OTHER | INJURIES DUE TO NATURAL CAUSES | None |
| 01/03/2011 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 24d lost, 21d restricted |
| 10/22/2010 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/27/2009 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 9d lost |
| 05/21/2009 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 01/29/2007 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 344d lost |
Inspections
View all 89 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/02/2025 | 09/02/2025 | 7.50 | 1 |
| 06/09/2025 | 06/10/2025 | 16.25 | 2 |
| 04/28/2025 | 05/08/2025 | 39.00 | 2 |
| 10/15/2024 | 12/06/2024 | 47.00 | 2 |
| 04/09/2024 | 05/09/2024 | 49.50 | 1 |
| 10/18/2023 | 10/23/2023 | 8.75 | 1 |
| 07/12/2023 | 07/31/2023 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 11/10/2022 | 12/05/2022 | 16.00 | 1 |
| 08/17/2022 | 08/17/2022 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 11/24/2021 | 03/25/2022 | 11.25 | 2 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does No 5 Strip have?
No 5 Strip has 236 MSHA violations on record, of which 114 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $286K.
What type of mine is No 5 Strip?
No 5 Strip is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Norton, Wise County, VA. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at No 5 Strip?
According to MSHA records, No 5 Strip has 26 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates No 5 Strip?
No 5 Strip is operated by Humphreys Enterprises Inc and controlled by William D Humphreys. MSHA Mine ID: 4406045.