Key Takeaway
Shaw Mines is a active surface mine producing Coal, located in Meyersdale, Somerset County, PA. It has 14 violations on record (1 S&S) and $2K in proposed penalties. Operated by Simkol Corporation.
Shaw Mines
Operator: Simkol Corporation
Controller: Spencer J Svonavec
Location: Meyersdale, Somerset County, PA
Employees: 16
Recent Violations
View all 14 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/12/2026 | 77.1605(k) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 09/17/2025 | 72.100(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 09/17/2025 | 77.502 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 09/16/2025 | 47.44(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 09/16/2025 | 77.516 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 09/16/2025 | 77.516 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 09/16/2025 | 77.1108-1(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 09/15/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 09/15/2025 | 77.400(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 09/15/2025 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 09/15/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 09/15/2025 | 77.400(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 09/15/2025 | 77.502 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 09/15/2025 | 77.410(c) | S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
Inspections
View all 2 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/30/2025 | 02/23/2026 | 32.25 | 2 |
| 09/08/2025 | 09/29/2025 | 90.00 | 2 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Shaw Mines have?
Shaw Mines has 14 MSHA violations on record, of which 1 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $2K.
What type of mine is Shaw Mines?
Shaw Mines is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Meyersdale, Somerset County, PA. It currently has 16 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Shaw Mines?
According to MSHA records, Shaw Mines has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Shaw Mines?
Shaw Mines is operated by Simkol Corporation and controlled by Spencer J Svonavec. MSHA Mine ID: 3610475.