Key Takeaway
S-5 Ailly Branch is a nonproducing surface mine producing Coal, located in Jewell Valley, Buchanan County, VA. It has 156 violations on record (62 S&S) and $218K in proposed penalties. Operated by Civil, LLC.
S-5 Ailly Branch
Operator: Civil, LLC
Controller: John T Quintrell
Location: Jewell Valley, Buchanan County, VA
Recent Violations
View all 156 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/25/2025 | 71.206(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/29/2024 | 71.206(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 07/29/2024 | 71.206(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 05/20/2024 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 05/20/2024 | 77.200 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 12/12/2023 | 71.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 09/30/2023 | 71.206(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 07/05/2023 | 77.205(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 07/05/2023 | 77.502-2 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 03/01/2023 | 77.410(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $232 |
| 02/23/2023 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $155 |
| 12/31/2022 | 71.206(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 12/31/2022 | 71.206(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 06/16/2022 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 10/23/2020 | 71.206(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 08/26/2020 | 77.400(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 08/25/2020 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $135 |
| 07/30/2018 | 71.206(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $264 |
| 07/05/2018 | 77.1702(e) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $363 |
| 07/05/2018 | 71.403(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $118 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 6 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/18/2020 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 11/10/2020 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 200d lost |
| 10/10/2017 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 118d lost |
| 01/09/2017 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 4d lost |
| 06/18/2013 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 03/14/2013 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 76d lost |
Inspections
View all 48 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/05/2026 | 01/05/2026 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 11/25/2025 | 11/25/2025 | 2.75 | 1 |
| 05/29/2025 | 07/28/2025 | 48.25 | 1 |
| 01/06/2025 | 03/18/2025 | 51.25 | 1 |
| 07/29/2024 | 07/30/2024 | 6.75 | 1 |
| 05/22/2024 | 05/28/2024 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 05/16/2024 | 06/18/2024 | 40.75 | 1 |
| 11/30/2023 | 02/28/2024 | 58.00 | 1 |
| 10/18/2023 | 10/18/2023 | 3.50 | 1 |
| 06/13/2023 | 07/24/2023 | 35.00 | 2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does S-5 Ailly Branch have?
S-5 Ailly Branch has 156 MSHA violations on record, of which 62 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $218K.
What type of mine is S-5 Ailly Branch?
S-5 Ailly Branch is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Jewell Valley, Buchanan County, VA. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at S-5 Ailly Branch?
According to MSHA records, S-5 Ailly Branch has 6 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates S-5 Ailly Branch?
S-5 Ailly Branch is operated by Civil, LLC and controlled by John T Quintrell. MSHA Mine ID: 4407280.