Key Takeaway
Surface Mine 1 is a active surface mine producing Coal, located in Wharncliffe, Mingo County, WV. It has 121 violations on record (36 S&S) and $73K in proposed penalties. Operated by Mega Highwall Mining, LLC.
Surface Mine 1
Operator: Mega Highwall Mining, LLC
Controller: Daniel W Bunn
Location: Wharncliffe, Mingo County, WV
Employees: 18
Recent Violations
View all 121 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/27/2025 | 77.1605(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/27/2025 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 12/27/2025 | 77.1606(c) | S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 12/11/2025 | 77.205(d) | S&S | ModNegligence | $245 |
| 12/11/2025 | 77.1606(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $398 |
| 12/11/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/02/2025 | 77.1605(k) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/02/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 12/02/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/21/2025 | 77.404(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $165 |
| 11/21/2025 | 77.1004(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 11/20/2025 | 77.1605(l) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 11/20/2025 | 77.1606(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $818 |
| 11/19/2025 | 77.1605(k) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 11/19/2025 | 77.1000 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 10/27/2025 | 77.1605(k) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 10/27/2025 | 77.1000 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/27/2025 | 77.208(e) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 10/27/2025 | 77.208(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 10/27/2025 | 77.1600(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 2 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/05/2025 | EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 6d lost |
| 08/04/2003 | POWERED HAULAGE | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
Inspections
View all 18 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/06/2026 | 01/12/2026 | 6.50 | 1 |
| 12/31/2025 | 12/31/2025 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 12/18/2025 | 12/18/2025 | 9.25 | 1 |
| 10/27/2025 | 12/30/2025 | 180.50 | 3 |
| 04/21/2025 | 07/16/2025 | 101.75 | 1 |
| 01/21/2025 | 02/04/2025 | 48.00 | 1 |
| 06/20/2024 | 06/26/2024 | 26.50 | 1 |
| 12/14/2023 | 12/14/2023 | 4.25 | 1 |
| 11/02/2023 | 11/06/2023 | 17.50 | 1 |
| 10/31/2023 | 10/31/2023 | 5.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Surface Mine 1 have?
Surface Mine 1 has 121 MSHA violations on record, of which 36 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $73K.
What type of mine is Surface Mine 1?
Surface Mine 1 is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Wharncliffe, Mingo County, WV. It currently has 18 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Surface Mine 1?
According to MSHA records, Surface Mine 1 has 2 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Surface Mine 1?
Surface Mine 1 is operated by Mega Highwall Mining, LLC and controlled by Daniel W Bunn. MSHA Mine ID: 4609632.