Key Takeaway
North Surface Mine is a abandoned surface mine producing Coal, located in Wharton, Boone County, WV. It has 8 violations on record (5 S&S) and $1K in proposed penalties. Operated by HMC Mining LLC.
North Surface Mine
Operator: HMC Mining LLC
Controller: Peabody Energy Corporation
Location: Wharton, Boone County, WV
Recent Violations
View all 8 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23/2006 | 77.1000 | S&S | ModNegligence | $154 |
| 04/18/2006 | 77.509 | S&S | ModNegligence | $154 |
| 04/18/2006 | 77.1606(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $217 |
| 04/17/2006 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 04/17/2006 | 77.1104 | S&S | ModNegligence | $154 |
| 09/08/2005 | 77.1104 | S&S | ModNegligence | $144 |
| 09/08/2005 | 77.1606(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 09/08/2005 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 1 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/13/2006 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 356d lost |
Inspections
View all 9 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/13/2007 | 03/20/2007 | 17.50 | 1 |
| 10/11/2006 | 10/13/2006 | 13.50 | 2 |
| 08/30/2006 | 09/08/2006 | 28.00 | 4 |
| 03/20/2006 | 03/21/2006 | 9.00 | 1 |
| 01/04/2006 | 05/23/2006 | 61.00 | 3 |
| 11/01/2005 | 11/01/2005 | 6.50 | 1 |
| 09/01/2005 | 09/12/2005 | 42.00 | 1 |
| 04/07/2005 | 04/08/2005 | 9.00 | 1 |
| 03/24/2005 | 03/31/2005 | 11.50 | 1 |
Mine Details
Related Mines
Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does North Surface Mine have?
North Surface Mine has 8 MSHA violations on record, of which 5 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $1K.
What type of mine is North Surface Mine?
North Surface Mine is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Wharton, Boone County, WV. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at North Surface Mine?
According to MSHA records, North Surface Mine has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates North Surface Mine?
North Surface Mine is operated by HMC Mining LLC and controlled by Peabody Energy Corporation. MSHA Mine ID: 4608895.