Key Takeaway
Walker Branch Mine is a abandoned surface mine producing Coal, located in Gulnare, Pike County, KY. It has 33 violations on record (13 S&S) and $4K in proposed penalties. Operated by AEP Kentucky Coal, L. L. C..
Walker Branch Mine
Operator: AEP Kentucky Coal, L. L. C.
Controller: American Electric Power Company Inc
Location: Gulnare, Pike County, KY
Recent Violations
View all 33 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/07/2003 | 77.1713(c) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $500 |
| 10/07/2003 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 | |
| 10/07/2003 | 77.1707(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 10/07/2003 | 71.403(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $60 |
| 10/07/2003 | 71.500 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 10/07/2003 | 71.600 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 10/07/2003 | 45.4(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 10/07/2003 | 45.4(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 04/29/2003 | 71.403(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 04/23/2003 | 77.1713(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $106 |
| 04/23/2003 | 77.1713(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 04/23/2003 | 77.1707(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $106 |
| 04/23/2003 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 | |
| 10/15/2002 | 77.410(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $97 |
| 10/15/2002 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 10/15/2002 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 10/15/2002 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $97 |
| 10/07/2002 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $97 |
| 10/07/2002 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 10/01/2002 | S&S | $0 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 4 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/16/2000 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | PERM TOT OR PERM PRTL DISABLTY | None |
| 04/01/2000 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 110d lost |
| 03/15/2000 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 6d lost |
| 01/06/2000 | FALLING/SLIDING/ROLLING MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 18d lost |
Inspections
View all 25 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/06/2004 | 10/25/2004 | 7.50 | 1 |
| 06/14/2004 | 06/16/2004 | 3.75 | 1 |
| 11/04/2003 | 11/04/2003 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 10/08/2003 | 10/08/2003 | 6.25 | 1 |
| 10/08/2003 | 10/17/2003 | 5.25 | 1 |
| 10/07/2003 | 10/20/2003 | 14.00 | 1 |
| 07/29/2003 | 07/29/2003 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 04/03/2003 | 05/09/2003 | 32.75 | 1 |
| 11/26/2002 | 11/26/2002 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 10/07/2002 | 10/28/2002 | 7.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Walker Branch Mine have?
Walker Branch Mine has 33 MSHA violations on record, of which 13 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $4K.
What type of mine is Walker Branch Mine?
Walker Branch Mine is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Gulnare, Pike County, KY. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Walker Branch Mine?
According to MSHA records, Walker Branch Mine has 4 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Walker Branch Mine?
Walker Branch Mine is operated by AEP Kentucky Coal, L. L. C. and controlled by American Electric Power Company Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 1518116.