Key Takeaway
Surface Mine No. 1 is a active surface mine producing Coal, located in Maxie, VA, Buchanan County, VA. It has 164 violations on record (39 S&S) and $96K in proposed penalties. Operated by Surface Minerals Company.
Surface Mine No. 1
Operator: Surface Minerals Company
Controller: Metinvest B V
Location: Maxie, VA, Buchanan County, VA
Employees: 30
Recent Violations
View all 164 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/03/2026 | 71.209(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $0 |
| 06/30/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/26/2025 | 77.1605(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/18/2025 | 77.1007(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 06/17/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $313 |
| 06/17/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 06/17/2025 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/16/2025 | 77.1001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,818 |
| 02/04/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 02/04/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 01/29/2025 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 01/28/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 01/28/2025 | 77.1605(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 01/28/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 09/23/2024 | 77.1605(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $147 |
| 09/23/2024 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $221 |
| 07/22/2024 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 07/17/2024 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 07/17/2024 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 07/17/2024 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 5 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/30/2024 | OTHER | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 91d lost |
| 09/27/2018 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/08/2018 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 09/13/2017 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/02/2016 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 23d restricted |
Inspections
View all 42 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/25/2026 | 03/05/2026 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 06/11/2025 | 07/02/2025 | 97.50 | 1 |
| 03/31/2025 | 04/04/2025 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 10/03/2024 | 02/06/2025 | 77.25 | 2 |
| 07/10/2024 | 09/26/2024 | 99.50 | 1 |
| 05/22/2024 | 05/22/2024 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 02/12/2024 | 03/19/2024 | 74.50 | 1 |
| 07/10/2023 | 09/25/2023 | 36.00 | 1 |
| 12/06/2022 | 01/03/2023 | 57.00 | 2 |
| 04/14/2022 | 09/15/2022 | 34.50 | 3 |
Mine Details
Related Mines
Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Surface Mine No. 1 have?
Surface Mine No. 1 has 164 MSHA violations on record, of which 39 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $96K.
What type of mine is Surface Mine No. 1?
Surface Mine No. 1 is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Maxie, VA, Buchanan County, VA. It currently has 30 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Surface Mine No. 1?
According to MSHA records, Surface Mine No. 1 has 5 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Surface Mine No. 1?
Surface Mine No. 1 is operated by Surface Minerals Company and controlled by Metinvest B V. MSHA Mine ID: 4407355.