North Fork #6
NonProducing
Underground
Coal
Operator: Cumberland Coal Corporation
Controller: Keri Findley
Location: Appalachia, Wise County, VA
Employees: 5
2,500
Violations
741
S&S Violations
101
Accidents
$3.7M
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 2,500 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/26/2024 | 75.364(a)(1) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 11/26/2024 | 77.1004(b) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 11/26/2024 | 75.202(a) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 11/26/2024 | 75.364(a)(1) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $561 |
| 11/20/2024 | 77.1004(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $561 |
| 11/20/2024 | 75.202(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $561 |
| 11/20/2024 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 04/11/2024 | 75.1100-3 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 04/11/2024 | 75.1100-3 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 02/22/2024 | 75.202(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $221 |
| 02/16/2024 | 75.202(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $221 |
| 11/29/2023 | 75.1100-3 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 11/21/2023 | 75.202(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 11/07/2023 | 75.202(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 10/18/2023 | 77.1103(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 10/18/2023 | 77.400(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $182 |
| 09/20/2023 | 75.370(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $167 |
| 09/20/2023 | 75.370(a)(3)(iii) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 09/11/2023 | 77.1103(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 09/11/2023 | 75.1714-2(e) | S&S | ModNegligence | $606 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 101 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27/2022 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/16/2021 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 36d lost, 160d restricted |
| 01/14/2020 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 12/12/2019 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 07/03/2018 | OTHER | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 233d lost |
| 06/16/2018 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 05/18/2018 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/08/2016 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 06/03/2016 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/20/2016 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 67d lost |
Inspections
View all 295 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/11/2026 | 02/11/2026 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 10/03/2025 | 10/08/2025 | 25.00 | 1 |
| 08/11/2025 | 08/27/2025 | 28.00 | 2 |
| 06/23/2025 | 06/23/2025 | 6.50 | 1 |
| 05/14/2025 | 05/14/2025 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 01/07/2025 | 03/24/2025 | 13.50 | 2 |
| 10/07/2024 | 12/18/2024 | 73.25 | 4 |
| 08/07/2024 | 09/09/2024 | 123.75 | 5 |
| 04/11/2024 | 06/26/2024 | 105.00 | 3 |
| 01/02/2024 | 03/25/2024 | 143.00 | 8 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID4407087
Mine TypeUnderground
StatusNonProducing
CommodityCoal
SIC DescriptionCoal (Bituminous)
Employees5
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift0.0
Coordinates36.9686110, -82.8375000
Nearest TownAppalachia
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does North Fork #6 have?
North Fork #6 has 2500 MSHA violations on record, of which 741 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $3.7M.
What type of mine is North Fork #6?
North Fork #6 is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Appalachia, Wise County, VA. It currently has 5 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at North Fork #6?
According to MSHA records, North Fork #6 has 101 reported accident/injury records and 1 fatalities on file.
Who operates North Fork #6?
North Fork #6 is operated by Cumberland Coal Corporation and controlled by Keri Findley. MSHA Mine ID: 4407087.