PINE BRANCH 1
NonProducing
Underground
Coal
Operator: Cumberland Coal Corporation
Controller: Keri Findley
Location: Dunbar, Wise County, VA
Employees: 2
813
Violations
258
S&S Violations
23
Accidents
$910K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 813 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/16/2015 | 77.1104 | S&S | ModNegligence | $3,143 |
| 09/16/2015 | 77.1104 | S&S | ModNegligence | $3,143 |
| 05/11/2015 | 75.507-1(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $224 |
| 02/25/2015 | 75.512 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $263 |
| 01/28/2015 | 77.1605(k) | S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 01/22/2015 | 75.512 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 12/01/2014 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 10/28/2014 | 75.360(g) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $392 |
| 10/08/2014 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 10/08/2014 | 75.202(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,657 |
| 10/07/2014 | 75.360(g) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $176 |
| 10/07/2014 | 75.701 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $176 |
| 10/07/2014 | 75.900 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $176 |
| 10/07/2014 | 75.900 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $176 |
| 09/18/2014 | 75.202(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $1,304 |
| 07/30/2014 | 75.1100-3 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/30/2014 | 75.370(a)(1) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $1,657 |
| 07/16/2014 | 75.1202 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $108 |
| 07/15/2014 | 75.1731(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $243 |
| 07/07/2014 | 75.202(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,203 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 23 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/01/2014 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 10/08/2014 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 07/03/2014 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 05/30/2014 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 27d lost |
| 01/18/2014 | STRIKING OR BUMPING | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 11/26/2013 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 16d lost |
| 11/18/2013 | STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 23d lost |
| 10/03/2013 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 10d lost |
| 09/30/2013 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 152d lost |
| 09/12/2013 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
Inspections
View all 133 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/27/2026 | 01/27/2026 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 10/07/2025 | 10/08/2025 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 07/18/2025 | 07/21/2025 | 4.50 | 1 |
| 04/23/2025 | 04/23/2025 | 5.00 | 2 |
| 02/13/2025 | 02/19/2025 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 11/04/2024 | 11/06/2024 | 19.25 | 2 |
| 10/28/2024 | 11/05/2024 | 14.00 | 1 |
| 08/23/2024 | 08/23/2024 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 05/13/2024 | 05/16/2024 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 03/05/2024 | 03/28/2024 | 7.50 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID4407224
Mine TypeUnderground
StatusNonProducing
CommodityCoal
SIC DescriptionCoal (Bituminous)
Employees2
Days/Week0.0
Hours/Shift0.0
Coordinates36.9830560, -82.7119440
Nearest TownDunbar
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does PINE BRANCH 1 have?
PINE BRANCH 1 has 813 MSHA violations on record, of which 258 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $910K.
What type of mine is PINE BRANCH 1?
PINE BRANCH 1 is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Dunbar, Wise County, VA. It currently has 2 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at PINE BRANCH 1?
According to MSHA records, PINE BRANCH 1 has 23 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates PINE BRANCH 1?
PINE BRANCH 1 is operated by Cumberland Coal Corporation and controlled by Keri Findley. MSHA Mine ID: 4407224.