Key Takeaway
SHM System-81 is a active surface mine producing Coal, located in Wharncliffe, Mingo County, WV. It has 131 violations on record (38 S&S) and $51K in proposed penalties. Operated by Mega Highwall Mining LLC.
SHM System-81
Operator: Mega Highwall Mining LLC
Controller: Daniel W Bunn
Location: Wharncliffe, Mingo County, WV
Employees: 7
Recent Violations
View all 131 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/17/2025 | 71.404(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/25/2024 | 77.200 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $679 |
| 10/25/2024 | 71.402(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $453 |
| 10/25/2024 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $3,361 |
| 01/09/2024 | 77.1000 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 01/05/2024 | 48.26(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $1,550 |
| 01/04/2024 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 01/04/2024 | 77.404(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $797 |
| 01/04/2024 | 77.205(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,188 |
| 01/04/2024 | 77.1605(d) | S&S | LowNegligence | $535 |
| 01/03/2024 | 77.1000 | S&S | LowNegligence | $935 |
| 01/03/2024 | 77.205(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,511 |
| 01/03/2024 | 77.205(e) | S&S | ModNegligence | $2,079 |
| 01/03/2024 | 77.1605(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 01/03/2024 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 01/03/2024 | 77.502 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $280 |
| 01/03/2024 | 77.205(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,395 |
| 01/03/2024 | 77.1104 | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,395 |
| 08/31/2023 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 08/31/2023 | 77.505 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 4 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/06/2024 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 3d lost |
| 09/25/2023 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 06/22/2015 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 3d lost |
| 01/31/2015 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 44 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/04/2026 | 0.00 | 0 | |
| 08/25/2025 | 09/18/2025 | 20.50 | 1 |
| 10/25/2024 | 01/17/2025 | 21.00 | 1 |
| 09/03/2024 | 09/19/2024 | 5.75 | 1 |
| 01/03/2024 | 01/12/2024 | 55.50 | 3 |
| 08/29/2023 | 09/06/2023 | 34.00 | 3 |
| 06/05/2023 | 06/13/2023 | 12.00 | 2 |
| 01/19/2023 | 02/22/2023 | 58.00 | 4 |
| 11/03/2022 | 11/03/2022 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 06/27/2022 | 06/29/2022 | 29.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does SHM System-81 have?
SHM System-81 has 131 MSHA violations on record, of which 38 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $51K.
What type of mine is SHM System-81?
SHM System-81 is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Wharncliffe, Mingo County, WV. It currently has 7 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at SHM System-81?
According to MSHA records, SHM System-81 has 4 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates SHM System-81?
SHM System-81 is operated by Mega Highwall Mining LLC and controlled by Daniel W Bunn. MSHA Mine ID: 4407313.