Key Takeaway
Town Hill Creek Surface Mine No. 1 is a abandoned surface mine producing Coal, located in Richlands, Tazewell County, VA. It has 38 violations on record (17 S&S) and $19K in proposed penalties. Operated by Surface Minerals Company.
Town Hill Creek Surface Mine No. 1
Operator: Surface Minerals Company
Controller: Metinvest B V
Location: Richlands, Tazewell County, VA
Recent Violations
View all 38 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/21/2007 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $243 |
| 05/21/2007 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 05/21/2007 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $243 |
| 05/21/2007 | 77.1104 | S&S | ModNegligence | $5,080 |
| 05/21/2007 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $5,080 |
| 05/21/2007 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $5,080 |
| 01/20/2007 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $228 |
| 01/18/2007 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 01/18/2007 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $60 |
| 01/16/2007 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 01/16/2007 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 01/12/2007 | 77.1104 | S&S | ModNegligence | $217 |
| 01/12/2007 | 77.205(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $228 |
| 01/12/2007 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 01/12/2007 | 77.1005 | S&S | ModNegligence | $286 |
| 08/23/2006 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 08/23/2006 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 08/23/2006 | 71.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 08/22/2006 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 08/22/2006 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 1 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/13/2006 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 3d lost |
Inspections
View all 7 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/23/2007 | 07/02/2007 | 19.00 | 1 |
| 01/12/2007 | 02/12/2007 | 45.25 | 1 |
| 08/17/2006 | 08/31/2006 | 48.50 | 1 |
| 02/23/2006 | 03/02/2006 | 11.50 | 1 |
| 01/04/2006 | 01/20/2006 | 29.00 | 1 |
| 08/05/2005 | 08/09/2005 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 06/20/2005 | 06/29/2005 | 35.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Town Hill Creek Surface Mine No. 1 have?
Town Hill Creek Surface Mine No. 1 has 38 MSHA violations on record, of which 17 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $19K.
What type of mine is Town Hill Creek Surface Mine No. 1?
Town Hill Creek Surface Mine No. 1 is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Richlands, Tazewell County, VA. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Town Hill Creek Surface Mine No. 1?
According to MSHA records, Town Hill Creek Surface Mine No. 1 has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Town Hill Creek Surface Mine No. 1?
Town Hill Creek Surface Mine No. 1 is operated by Surface Minerals Company and controlled by Metinvest B V. MSHA Mine ID: 4407130.