Key Takeaway
Upper Big Branch Surface Mine is a abandoned surface mine producing Coal, located in Twilight, Boone County, WV. It has 7 violations on record (5 S&S) and $918 in proposed penalties. Operated by Progress Coal.
Upper Big Branch Surface Mine
Operator: Progress Coal
Controller: Alpha Natural Resources, Inc.
Location: Twilight, Boone County, WV
Recent Violations
View all 7 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/08/2003 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $153 |
| 05/07/2003 | 77.1606(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $98 |
| 05/07/2003 | 77.1004(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $153 |
| 05/05/2003 | 71.500(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 11/22/2002 | 77.1607(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $259 |
| 10/03/2002 | 77.1004(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $140 |
| 06/24/2002 | 77.502-2 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 1 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/25/2002 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 11d lost |
Inspections
View all 5 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/31/2003 | 05/09/2003 | 26.00 | 1 |
| 10/02/2002 | 10/03/2002 | 3.50 | 1 |
| 09/13/2002 | 12/17/2002 | 26.00 | 1 |
| 07/02/2002 | 07/02/2002 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 05/29/2002 | 06/24/2002 | 38.00 | 2 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Upper Big Branch Surface Mine have?
Upper Big Branch Surface Mine has 7 MSHA violations on record, of which 5 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $918.
What type of mine is Upper Big Branch Surface Mine?
Upper Big Branch Surface Mine is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Twilight, Boone County, WV. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Upper Big Branch Surface Mine?
According to MSHA records, Upper Big Branch Surface Mine has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Upper Big Branch Surface Mine?
Upper Big Branch Surface Mine is operated by Progress Coal and controlled by Alpha Natural Resources, Inc.. MSHA Mine ID: 4608924.