Key Takeaway
TUG FORK PREPARATION PLANT is a active facility mine producing Coal, located in Edgarton, Mingo County, WV. It has 213 violations on record (56 S&S) and $53K in proposed penalties. Operated by APPALACHIAN RESOURCE WEST VIRGINIA, LLC.
TUG FORK PREPARATION PLANT
Operator: APPALACHIAN RESOURCE WEST VIRGINIA, LLC
Controller: Appalachian Resource Company LLC
Location: Edgarton, Mingo County, WV
Employees: 11
Recent Violations
View all 213 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/05/2025 | 77.1103(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 05/20/2025 | 77.505 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 05/09/2025 | 77.513 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 12/12/2024 | 77.216(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/11/2024 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 06/10/2024 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 06/07/2024 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 12/19/2023 | 77.1108-1(b)(3) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 12/19/2023 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 12/19/2023 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 08/15/2023 | 77.1103(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 08/15/2023 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 08/15/2023 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 08/14/2023 | 77.200 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $271 |
| 08/14/2023 | 77.1103(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $271 |
| 02/21/2023 | 77.1606(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $3,820 |
| 02/21/2023 | 71.206(h)(3) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 01/31/2023 | 71.403(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $318 |
| 01/27/2023 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $407 |
| 01/27/2023 | 77.404(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $606 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 5 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/27/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 12/31/2024 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 10/16/2021 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 4d lost |
| 05/22/2020 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 55d lost |
| 09/22/2014 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 140 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/12/2026 | 02/13/2026 | 11.50 | 1 |
| 10/28/2025 | 12/31/2025 | 107.50 | 2 |
| 07/02/2025 | 07/02/2025 | 6.75 | 1 |
| 06/17/2025 | 06/17/2025 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 05/09/2025 | 05/22/2025 | 29.50 | 1 |
| 04/17/2025 | 04/17/2025 | 7.25 | 1 |
| 03/25/2025 | 03/26/2025 | 10.75 | 1 |
| 12/18/2024 | 12/30/2024 | 76.00 | 2 |
| 12/11/2024 | 12/19/2024 | 25.00 | 2 |
| 07/24/2024 | 07/25/2024 | 7.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does TUG FORK PREPARATION PLANT have?
TUG FORK PREPARATION PLANT has 213 MSHA violations on record, of which 56 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $53K.
What type of mine is TUG FORK PREPARATION PLANT?
TUG FORK PREPARATION PLANT is a Facility mine producing Coal, located in Edgarton, Mingo County, WV. It currently has 11 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at TUG FORK PREPARATION PLANT?
According to MSHA records, TUG FORK PREPARATION PLANT has 5 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates TUG FORK PREPARATION PLANT?
TUG FORK PREPARATION PLANT is operated by APPALACHIAN RESOURCE WEST VIRGINIA, LLC and controlled by Appalachian Resource Company LLC. MSHA Mine ID: 4608626.