Key Takeaway
Piedmont Mine is a abandoned surface mine producing Coal, located in Piedmont, Mineral County, WV. It has 67 violations on record (34 S&S) and $22K in proposed penalties. Operated by Duckworth Coal Inc.
Piedmont Mine
Operator: Duckworth Coal Inc
Controller: Jody L Ritchie
Location: Piedmont, Mineral County, WV
Recent Violations
View all 67 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/06/2013 | 62.130(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $117 |
| 12/07/2011 | 77.1109(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $224 |
| 09/28/2011 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $138 |
| 09/28/2011 | 77.1605(d) | S&S | ModNegligence | $138 |
| 09/28/2011 | 77.410(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $150 |
| 09/28/2011 | 77.502-1 | S&S | ModNegligence | $138 |
| 03/30/2011 | 77.410(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $634 |
| 03/30/2011 | 77.400(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $499 |
| 03/30/2011 | 77.410(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $634 |
| 12/16/2010 | 71.501 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $176 |
| 12/15/2010 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 12/15/2010 | 77.400(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $392 |
| 07/07/2010 | 77.1109(c)(1) | Non-S&S | Reckless | $873 |
| 06/30/2010 | 77.1104 | S&S | ModNegligence | $687 |
| 06/30/2010 | 77.1606(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $687 |
| 06/30/2010 | 77.1104 | S&S | ModNegligence | $687 |
| 06/30/2010 | 77.205(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $687 |
| 06/30/2010 | 71.500(c) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $460 |
| 06/30/2010 | 71.501 | Non-S&S | Reckless | $1,026 |
| 06/30/2010 | 77.205(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $687 |
Inspections
View all 23 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/21/2014 | 03/21/2014 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 12/11/2013 | 12/17/2013 | 33.00 | 1 |
| 08/05/2013 | 08/07/2013 | 28.00 | 1 |
| 12/17/2012 | 01/07/2013 | 22.50 | 1 |
| 06/25/2012 | 07/03/2012 | 34.00 | 1 |
| 02/01/2012 | 02/01/2012 | 14.00 | 2 |
| 01/11/2012 | 01/11/2012 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 11/16/2011 | 12/07/2011 | 22.00 | 1 |
| 10/03/2011 | 10/03/2011 | 5.50 | 1 |
| 09/26/2011 | 09/28/2011 | 13.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Piedmont Mine have?
Piedmont Mine has 67 MSHA violations on record, of which 34 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $22K.
What type of mine is Piedmont Mine?
Piedmont Mine is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Piedmont, Mineral County, WV. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Piedmont Mine?
According to MSHA records, Piedmont Mine has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Piedmont Mine?
Piedmont Mine is operated by Duckworth Coal Inc and controlled by Jody L Ritchie. MSHA Mine ID: 4609196.