Key Takeaway
Wells Prep Plant and Loadout is a active facility mine producing Coal, located in Wharton, Boone County, WV. It has 481 violations on record (235 S&S) and $93K in proposed penalties. Operated by Rockwell Mining LLC.
Wells Prep Plant and Loadout
Operator: Rockwell Mining LLC
Controller: Sev.en Global Investments a.s.
Location: Wharton, Boone County, WV
Employees: 9
Recent Violations
View all 481 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/27/2026 | 77.200 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/04/2026 | 77.216-3(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/05/2026 | 77.205(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 12/16/2025 | 77.1608(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/07/2025 | 77.1608(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 04/21/2025 | 77.1109(c)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 04/15/2025 | 77.410(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 04/15/2025 | 45.4(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 04/09/2025 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $267 |
| 04/03/2025 | 77.207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 04/03/2025 | 77.1605(k) | S&S | ModNegligence | $267 |
| 04/03/2025 | 71.208(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/05/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 07/29/2024 | 77.205(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 07/29/2024 | 77.205(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 06/17/2024 | 48.31 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $192 |
| 01/26/2024 | 77.205(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 01/04/2024 | 77.200 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 09/15/2023 | 77.1700 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $712 |
| 09/01/2023 | 77.202 | S&S | ModNegligence | $477 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 62 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/07/2017 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 158d lost |
| 02/11/2017 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 3d lost |
| 08/03/2016 | FIRE | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 10/21/2014 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 13d lost |
| 06/11/2014 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 66d lost |
| 04/15/2014 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 137d lost |
| 02/13/2014 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 103d lost, 21d restricted |
| 01/17/2014 | DUST DISEASE OF LUNGS | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 01/17/2014 | DUST DISEASE OF LUNGS | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 01/08/2014 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | 16d lost |
Inspections
View all 263 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/03/2026 | 0.00 | 0 | |
| 02/27/2026 | 03/03/2026 | 14.00 | 2 |
| 02/04/2026 | 02/05/2026 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 11/07/2025 | 11/08/2025 | 15.00 | 1 |
| 10/29/2025 | 01/08/2026 | 79.00 | 3 |
| 07/10/2025 | 08/06/2025 | 0.50 | 1 |
| 07/09/2025 | 07/09/2025 | 7.50 | 1 |
| 04/03/2025 | 04/25/2025 | 77.00 | 2 |
| 01/03/2025 | 03/28/2025 | 69.75 | 3 |
| 11/26/2024 | 11/26/2024 | 7.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Wells Prep Plant and Loadout have?
Wells Prep Plant and Loadout has 481 MSHA violations on record, of which 235 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $93K.
What type of mine is Wells Prep Plant and Loadout?
Wells Prep Plant and Loadout is a Facility mine producing Coal, located in Wharton, Boone County, WV. It currently has 9 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Wells Prep Plant and Loadout?
According to MSHA records, Wells Prep Plant and Loadout has 62 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Wells Prep Plant and Loadout?
Wells Prep Plant and Loadout is operated by Rockwell Mining LLC and controlled by Sev.en Global Investments a.s.. MSHA Mine ID: 4605295.