Key Takeaway
Swords Creek Plant is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in Honaker, Russell County, VA. It has 251 violations on record (63 S&S) and $42K in proposed penalties. Operated by E Dillon & Company.
Swords Creek Plant
Operator: E Dillon & Company
Controller: Kevin Dietrick
Location: Honaker, Russell County, VA
Employees: 83
Recent Violations
View all 251 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/29/2025 | 56.9315 | S&S | ModNegligence | $209 |
| 05/08/2025 | 56.14110 | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,037 |
| 07/31/2024 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 07/25/2024 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 01/03/2024 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $239 |
| 01/03/2024 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $239 |
| 01/03/2024 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $239 |
| 12/18/2023 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 09/09/2023 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,011 |
| 07/24/2023 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 07/24/2023 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 07/24/2023 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 07/24/2023 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 07/20/2023 | 56.4230(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 07/18/2023 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 07/18/2023 | 56.11002 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 12/21/2022 | 56.20003(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 12/20/2022 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 12/19/2022 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 06/03/2022 | 57.12025 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 50 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/03/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 06/10/2025 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 06/02/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 05/01/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 01/31/2025 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/17/2024 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 09/09/2023 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 15d restricted |
| 06/12/2023 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 32d lost, 102d restricted |
| 10/27/2022 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 12/27/2021 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 19d lost |
Inspections
View all 79 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/20/2026 | 02/23/2026 | 75.00 | 2 |
| 07/29/2025 | 07/31/2025 | 19.00 | 1 |
| 07/23/2025 | 07/24/2025 | 16.00 | 1 |
| 07/09/2025 | 07/09/2025 | 8.50 | 1 |
| 04/01/2025 | 05/14/2025 | 104.50 | 1 |
| 02/13/2025 | 02/13/2025 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 11/18/2024 | 01/15/2025 | 91.00 | 1 |
| 07/01/2024 | 08/05/2024 | 98.50 | 1 |
| 05/22/2024 | 05/22/2024 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 11/20/2023 | 01/19/2024 | 114.00 | 2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Swords Creek Plant have?
Swords Creek Plant has 251 MSHA violations on record, of which 63 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $42K.
What type of mine is Swords Creek Plant?
Swords Creek Plant is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Honaker, Russell County, VA. It currently has 83 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Swords Creek Plant?
According to MSHA records, Swords Creek Plant has 50 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Swords Creek Plant?
Swords Creek Plant is operated by E Dillon & Company and controlled by Kevin Dietrick. MSHA Mine ID: 4400056.