Tunnel Ridge Mine
Active
Underground
Coal
Operator: Tunnel Ridge, LLC
Controller: Alliance Resource Partners LP
Location: Valley Grove, Ohio County, WV
Employees: 461
3,513
Violations
734
S&S Violations
495
Accidents
$2.1M
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 3,513 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/25/2026 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/25/2026 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/19/2026 | 75.1731(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/19/2026 | 75.350(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/11/2026 | 75.202(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/11/2026 | 75.220(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/11/2026 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/11/2026 | 75.1731(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/05/2026 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/05/2026 | 75.1714-7(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/29/2026 | 75.342(a)(4) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/26/2026 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/23/2026 | 75.220(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/22/2026 | 75.333(h) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/20/2026 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/15/2026 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 01/15/2026 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $288 |
| 01/15/2026 | 75.1200(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 01/15/2026 | 75.1731(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 01/12/2026 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $165 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 495 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/22/2026 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 01/15/2026 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 01/15/2026 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 12/13/2025 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 12/08/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 6d lost, 4d restricted |
| 11/17/2025 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 56d lost |
| 10/27/2025 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/13/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 09/16/2025 | OTHER | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 09/13/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 105d lost |
Inspections
View all 1,519 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/02/2026 | 03/02/2026 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 02/24/2026 | 02/24/2026 | 7.50 | 1 |
| 02/19/2026 | 02/19/2026 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 02/19/2026 | 02/19/2026 | 11.00 | 1 |
| 02/17/2026 | 02/17/2026 | 7.50 | 1 |
| 02/11/2026 | 02/11/2026 | 9.00 | 1 |
| 02/11/2026 | 02/11/2026 | 15.00 | 1 |
| 02/05/2026 | 24.00 | 2 | |
| 02/04/2026 | 02/04/2026 | 7.50 | 1 |
| 01/29/2026 | 01/29/2026 | 8.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID4608864
Mine TypeUnderground
StatusActive
CommodityCoal
SIC DescriptionCoal (Bituminous)
Employees461
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift9.0
Coordinates40.0961110, -80.5872220
Nearest TownValley Grove
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Tunnel Ridge Mine have?
Tunnel Ridge Mine has 3513 MSHA violations on record, of which 734 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $2.1M.
What type of mine is Tunnel Ridge Mine?
Tunnel Ridge Mine is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Valley Grove, Ohio County, WV. It currently has 461 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Tunnel Ridge Mine?
According to MSHA records, Tunnel Ridge Mine has 495 reported accident/injury records and 1 fatalities on file.
Who operates Tunnel Ridge Mine?
Tunnel Ridge Mine is operated by Tunnel Ridge, LLC and controlled by Alliance Resource Partners LP. MSHA Mine ID: 4608864.