Key Takeaway
Orgas Mine is a abandoned surface mine producing Coal, located in Orgas, Boone County, WV. It has 14 violations on record (9 S&S) and $2K in proposed penalties. Operated by LCC West Virginia LLC.
Orgas Mine
Operator: LCC West Virginia LLC
Controller: Lexington Coal Company LLC
Location: Orgas, Boone County, WV
Recent Violations
View all 14 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/27/2002 | 71.501 | S&S | ModNegligence | $259 |
| 03/27/2002 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $140 |
| 03/26/2002 | 72.620 | S&S | ModNegligence | $259 |
| 03/26/2002 | 77.1606(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $140 |
| 03/26/2002 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $140 |
| 03/21/2002 | 77.1605(d) | S&S | ModNegligence | $184 |
| 03/21/2002 | 77.1605(d) | S&S | ModNegligence | $184 |
| 03/21/2002 | 77.410(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $224 |
| 03/21/2002 | 77.410(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $224 |
| 03/19/2002 | 48.31(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 01/28/2002 | 48.23(c)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 09/27/2001 | 77.1710(i) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
| 07/12/2000 | 77.1713(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
| 01/05/2000 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 5 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/02/2001 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/30/2001 | RESPIRATORY CONDITIONS (TOXIC AGENTS) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | 4d lost |
| 10/12/2001 | OTHER | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 10/02/2001 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 07/02/2001 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 3d lost |
Inspections
View all 16 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/05/2003 | 03/06/2003 | 9.00 | 2 |
| 06/24/2002 | 07/23/2002 | 24.00 | 1 |
| 04/05/2002 | 04/05/2002 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 03/19/2002 | 03/21/2002 | 8.50 | 1 |
| 01/03/2002 | 03/29/2002 | 82.75 | 6 |
| 12/11/2001 | 12/11/2001 | 3.50 | 1 |
| 09/27/2001 | 09/27/2001 | 1.50 | 1 |
| 07/16/2001 | 07/20/2001 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 05/29/2001 | 09/27/2001 | 25.50 | 1 |
| 05/04/2001 | 05/04/2001 | 8.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Orgas Mine have?
Orgas Mine has 14 MSHA violations on record, of which 9 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $2K.
What type of mine is Orgas Mine?
Orgas Mine is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Orgas, Boone County, WV. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Orgas Mine?
According to MSHA records, Orgas Mine has 5 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Orgas Mine?
Orgas Mine is operated by LCC West Virginia LLC and controlled by Lexington Coal Company LLC. MSHA Mine ID: 4607668.