Key Takeaway
Trace Fork Surface Mine is a abandoned surface mine producing Coal, located in Holden, Logan County, WV. It has 178 violations on record (128 S&S) and $60K in proposed penalties. Operated by Highland Mining Company.
Trace Fork Surface Mine
Operator: Highland Mining Company
Controller: Alpha Metallurgical Resources Inc
Location: Holden, Logan County, WV
Recent Violations
View all 178 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/10/2017 | 71.404(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 10/19/2016 | 77.502 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $114 |
| 10/19/2016 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $114 |
| 08/17/2016 | 77.1605(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $114 |
| 01/14/2016 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $263 |
| 08/18/2015 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 08/10/2015 | 41.12 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 08/10/2015 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 08/10/2015 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/23/2014 | 48.29(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 10/21/2014 | 47.44(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 10/21/2014 | 77.1605(k) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,203 |
| 10/14/2014 | 77.1007(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,203 |
| 10/14/2014 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $243 |
| 10/10/2014 | 77.1000 | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,203 |
| 10/10/2014 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $362 |
| 06/18/2014 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 06/13/2014 | 77.1007(b) | S&S | LowNegligence | $162 |
| 06/11/2014 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 06/11/2014 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 16 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/18/2015 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/08/2013 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/12/2008 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 3d lost |
| 09/26/2008 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/29/2006 | EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/06/2006 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 01/26/2006 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | ALL OTHER CASES (INCL 1ST AID) | None |
| 11/01/2004 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 05/21/2004 | POWERED HAULAGE | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 03/21/2003 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 39d lost |
Inspections
View all 58 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/18/2016 | 01/18/2017 | 36.00 | 2 |
| 05/24/2016 | 08/23/2016 | 62.50 | 2 |
| 01/11/2016 | 02/05/2016 | 95.50 | 1 |
| 09/23/2015 | 09/23/2015 | 2.50 | 2 |
| 08/10/2015 | 09/29/2015 | 47.25 | 3 |
| 10/28/2014 | 10/28/2014 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 10/09/2014 | 10/23/2014 | 56.00 | 1 |
| 05/30/2014 | 07/07/2014 | 62.50 | 2 |
| 12/02/2013 | 01/06/2014 | 67.75 | 4 |
| 09/30/2013 | 09/30/2013 | 11.25 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Trace Fork Surface Mine have?
Trace Fork Surface Mine has 178 MSHA violations on record, of which 128 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $60K.
What type of mine is Trace Fork Surface Mine?
Trace Fork Surface Mine is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Holden, Logan County, WV. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Trace Fork Surface Mine?
According to MSHA records, Trace Fork Surface Mine has 16 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Trace Fork Surface Mine?
Trace Fork Surface Mine is operated by Highland Mining Company and controlled by Alpha Metallurgical Resources Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 4608789.