Key Takeaway

Skyway III Mine is a active surface mine producing Coal, located in Welch, Mcdowell County, WV. It has 86 violations on record (15 S&S) and $20K in proposed penalties. Operated by Skyway Strip, Inc..

Skyway III Mine

Active Surface Coal

Operator: Skyway Strip, Inc.

Controller: Edward A Asbury

Location: Welch, Mcdowell County, WV

Employees: 13

86
Violations
15
S&S Violations
0
Accidents
$20K
Penalties

Recent Violations

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Date Section S&S Negligence Penalty
12/04/2025 77.205(b) Non-S&S LowNegligence $151
12/04/2025 77.1606(c) Non-S&S HighNegligence $465
12/04/2025 77.404(a) S&S LowNegligence $209
12/04/2025 77.1606(c) Non-S&S LowNegligence $151
11/25/2025 77.1606(c) Non-S&S LowNegligence $151
11/17/2025 77.404(a) S&S LowNegligence $313
11/17/2025 77.1605(a) Non-S&S LowNegligence $151
11/17/2025 77.1605(k) Non-S&S ModNegligence $151
06/10/2025 71.301(c) Non-S&S LowNegligence $151
06/04/2025 77.1104 Non-S&S LowNegligence $151
06/03/2025 77.208(d) Non-S&S LowNegligence $151
06/03/2025 77.1103(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $151
05/30/2025 77.1000 Non-S&S ModNegligence $151
05/30/2025 77.701 Non-S&S LowNegligence $151
05/30/2025 77.1110 Non-S&S LowNegligence $151
05/30/2025 47.41(a)(1) Non-S&S LowNegligence $151
05/27/2025 77.404(a) S&S ModNegligence $959
05/27/2025 77.400(d) Non-S&S LowNegligence $151
05/27/2025 77.404(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $959
05/27/2025 77.1104 S&S ModNegligence $288

Inspections

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Begin End Hours Inspectors
11/17/2025 12/17/2025 56.50 3
05/15/2025 06/24/2025 110.50 2
02/13/2025 03/18/2025 89.00 1
01/30/2025 01/30/2025 10.00 1
05/21/2024 05/31/2024 3.00 1
04/01/2024 05/14/2024 76.25 1
10/05/2023 11/08/2023 62.75 1
05/17/2023 09/23/2023 33.50 2
02/09/2023 03/16/2023 45.50 2
04/01/2022 06/21/2022 57.75 2

Mine Details

MSHA Mine ID4609480
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommodityCoal
SIC DescriptionCoal (Bituminous)
Employees13
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift10.0
Coordinates37.4086110, -81.5550000
Nearest TownWelch

Frequently Asked Questions

How many MSHA violations does Skyway III Mine have?

Skyway III Mine has 86 MSHA violations on record, of which 15 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $20K.

What type of mine is Skyway III Mine?

Skyway III Mine is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Welch, Mcdowell County, WV. It currently has 13 employees.

Has anyone been injured or killed at Skyway III Mine?

According to MSHA records, Skyway III Mine has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.

Who operates Skyway III Mine?

Skyway III Mine is operated by Skyway Strip, Inc. and controlled by Edward A Asbury. MSHA Mine ID: 4609480.