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
Operator: Skyway Strip, Inc.
Controller: Edward A Asbury
Location: Welch, Mcdowell County, WV
Employees: 13
Recent Violations
View all 86 →| 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
View all 35 →| 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 |
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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.