Key Takeaway
Smith Gap Surface Mine is a abandoned and sealed surface mine producing Coal, located in Trammel, Dickenson County, VA. It has 50 violations on record (14 S&S) and $36K in proposed penalties. Operated by Paramont Coal Company Virginia, LLC..
Smith Gap Surface Mine
Operator: Paramont Coal Company Virginia, LLC.
Controller: Alpha Natural Resources, Inc.
Location: Trammel, Dickenson County, VA
Recent Violations
View all 50 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/17/2014 | 77.1605(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $585 |
| 03/17/2014 | 77.1605(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 03/13/2014 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 03/13/2014 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $224 |
| 03/12/2014 | 77.1607(n) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $150 |
| 03/10/2014 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $224 |
| 10/09/2013 | 71.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/30/2013 | 77.1605(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/30/2013 | 77.1605(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $243 |
| 07/30/2013 | 77.1605(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/30/2013 | 77.1605(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $243 |
| 07/22/2013 | 77.1605(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $687 |
| 07/18/2013 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/15/2013 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 07/15/2013 | 77.1607(i) | S&S | ModNegligence | $9,300 |
| 07/15/2013 | 77.1000 | S&S | ModNegligence | $9,300 |
| 03/06/2013 | 77.904 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 02/27/2013 | 77.1000 | S&S | LowNegligence | $362 |
| 02/27/2013 | 77.1605(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $108 |
| 02/27/2013 | 77.1605(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $243 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 5 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/19/2013 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 207d lost |
| 04/09/2013 | DUST DISEASE OF LUNGS | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 01/05/2012 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 47d lost |
| 12/15/2011 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/28/2011 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 115d lost |
Inspections
View all 15 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/16/2015 | 07/08/2015 | 30.25 | 1 |
| 12/15/2014 | 01/22/2015 | 36.00 | 1 |
| 07/31/2014 | 09/08/2014 | 87.50 | 2 |
| 03/03/2014 | 03/25/2014 | 77.25 | 1 |
| 10/09/2013 | 10/24/2013 | 10.25 | 1 |
| 07/08/2013 | 08/20/2013 | 127.50 | 1 |
| 02/11/2013 | 03/27/2013 | 123.00 | 2 |
| 02/11/2013 | 03/27/2013 | 35.50 | 2 |
| 06/01/2012 | 07/02/2012 | 80.00 | 1 |
| 01/10/2012 | 03/26/2012 | 102.75 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Smith Gap Surface Mine have?
Smith Gap Surface Mine has 50 MSHA violations on record, of which 14 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $36K.
What type of mine is Smith Gap Surface Mine?
Smith Gap Surface Mine is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Trammel, Dickenson County, VA. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Smith Gap Surface Mine?
According to MSHA records, Smith Gap Surface Mine has 5 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Smith Gap Surface Mine?
Smith Gap Surface Mine is operated by Paramont Coal Company Virginia, LLC. and controlled by Alpha Natural Resources, Inc.. MSHA Mine ID: 4407272.