Key Takeaway

Squire Jim No 2 Mine is a abandoned and sealed underground mine producing Coal, located in Beech Fork, Mcdowell County, WV. It has 108 violations on record (33 S&S) and $26K in proposed penalties. Operated by Ramaco Resources, LLC.

Squire Jim No 2 Mine

Abandoned and Sealed Underground Coal

Operator: Ramaco Resources, LLC

Controller: Ramaco Resources Inc

Location: Beech Fork, Mcdowell County, WV

108
Violations
33
S&S Violations
3
Accidents
$26K
Penalties

Recent Violations

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Date Section S&S Negligence Penalty
08/26/2013 75.312(g)(1) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
08/26/2013 75.512 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
06/07/2012 75.370(a)(1) S&S HighNegligence $5,503
06/07/2012 75.342(a)(4) S&S ModNegligence $100
06/07/2012 75.503 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
06/07/2012 75.400 S&S ModNegligence $100
06/06/2012 75.400 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
06/05/2012 75.202(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
06/05/2012 75.370(a)(1) S&S ModNegligence $150
06/04/2012 75.400 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
06/04/2012 75.370(a)(1) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
06/04/2012 75.370(a)(1) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
06/01/2012 75.1722(c) S&S ModNegligence $100
05/30/2012 75.220(a)(1) S&S ModNegligence $100
05/30/2012 75.400 Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
05/30/2012 75.220(a)(1) S&S ModNegligence $100
05/23/2012 75.370(a)(1) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
05/23/2012 75.370(a)(1) Non-S&S ModNegligence $100
05/23/2012 75.211(c) S&S ModNegligence $100
05/23/2012 75.220(a)(1) S&S ModNegligence $100

Accidents & Injuries

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Date Classification Injury Days Lost
01/09/2012 FALL OF ROOF OR BACK ACCIDENT ONLY None
07/16/2008 FALL OF ROOF OR BACK ACCIDENT ONLY None
07/19/2007 POWERED HAULAGE DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 53d lost

Inspections

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Begin End Hours Inspectors
03/27/2025 03/27/2025 3.00 2
07/28/2016 07/28/2016 1.75 1
02/03/2016 02/04/2016 12.00 1
10/05/2015 10/05/2015 16.75 2
07/07/2015 07/07/2015 18.00 2
06/02/2015 06/02/2015 9.25 1
08/08/2013 08/29/2013 16.50 2
03/18/2013 03/18/2013 7.25 1
12/26/2012 12/31/2012 3.50 1
08/23/2012 09/11/2012 18.50 1

Mine Details

MSHA Mine ID4609211
Mine TypeUnderground
StatusAbandoned and Sealed
CommodityCoal
SIC DescriptionCoal (Bituminous)
Days/Week0.0
Hours/Shift0.0
Coordinates37.2041670, -81.6380560
Nearest TownBeech Fork

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many MSHA violations does Squire Jim No 2 Mine have?

Squire Jim No 2 Mine has 108 MSHA violations on record, of which 33 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $26K.

What type of mine is Squire Jim No 2 Mine?

Squire Jim No 2 Mine is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Beech Fork, Mcdowell County, WV. It currently has 0 employees.

Has anyone been injured or killed at Squire Jim No 2 Mine?

According to MSHA records, Squire Jim No 2 Mine has 3 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.

Who operates Squire Jim No 2 Mine?

Squire Jim No 2 Mine is operated by Ramaco Resources, LLC and controlled by Ramaco Resources Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 4609211.