Key Takeaway
Switchback Loadout is a active facility mine producing Coal, located in Elkhorn, Mcdowell County, WV. It has 59 violations on record (11 S&S) and $9K in proposed penalties. Operated by Onyx Energy, LLC.
Switchback Loadout
Operator: Onyx Energy, LLC
Controller: Mohegan Energy Trustees LLC
Location: Elkhorn, Mcdowell County, WV
Employees: 28
Recent Violations
View all 59 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 11/12/2025 | 77.204 | S&S | ModNegligence | $504 |
| 11/12/2025 | 77.809 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 06/04/2025 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 06/04/2025 | 72.100(e) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 06/04/2025 | 71.403(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 06/04/2025 | 47.51 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 06/04/2025 | 77.400(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 01/02/2025 | 77.400(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 01/02/2025 | 77.205(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 01/02/2025 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 07/09/2021 | 77.513 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $125 |
| 07/09/2021 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $125 |
| 12/29/2020 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $125 |
| 12/29/2020 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $125 |
| 12/29/2020 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $125 |
| 08/25/2020 | 77.404(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $234 |
| 08/25/2020 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $123 |
| 08/25/2020 | 77.404(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $234 |
| 08/25/2020 | 77.1606(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $234 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 2 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/02/2026 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 05/02/2013 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 5d restricted |
Inspections
View all 37 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12/2025 | 11/17/2025 | 22.50 | 1 |
| 06/04/2025 | 06/04/2025 | 13.50 | 1 |
| 12/30/2024 | 01/02/2025 | 20.75 | 1 |
| 04/10/2024 | 04/25/2024 | 24.25 | 1 |
| 10/30/2023 | 11/20/2023 | 26.00 | 1 |
| 05/05/2023 | 06/30/2023 | 29.50 | 2 |
| 02/22/2023 | 03/17/2023 | 27.00 | 1 |
| 05/23/2022 | 06/21/2022 | 27.75 | 1 |
| 10/04/2021 | 10/25/2021 | 22.75 | 1 |
| 07/08/2021 | 07/10/2021 | 32.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Switchback Loadout have?
Switchback Loadout has 59 MSHA violations on record, of which 11 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $9K.
What type of mine is Switchback Loadout?
Switchback Loadout is a Facility mine producing Coal, located in Elkhorn, Mcdowell County, WV. It currently has 28 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Switchback Loadout?
According to MSHA records, Switchback Loadout has 2 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Switchback Loadout?
Switchback Loadout is operated by Onyx Energy, LLC and controlled by Mohegan Energy Trustees LLC. MSHA Mine ID: 4609441.