Key Takeaway
West Volunteer is a abandoned surface mine producing Coal, located in Madisonville, Hopkins County, KY. It has 14 violations on record (1 S&S) and $1K in proposed penalties. Operated by Hopkins County Coal LLC.
West Volunteer
Operator: Hopkins County Coal LLC
Controller: Alliance Resource Partners LP
Location: Madisonville, Hopkins County, KY
Recent Violations
View all 14 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/21/2009 | 77.1109(e)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/21/2009 | 71.500(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/21/2009 | 77.1606(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/07/2008 | 77.1202 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/07/2008 | 77.1703 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 05/21/2007 | 50.30 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 05/21/2007 | 77.1000 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 11/14/2005 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 12/09/2004 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 10/30/2003 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 10/30/2003 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 10/30/2003 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 10/30/2003 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 10/30/2003 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
Inspections
View all 24 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/04/2010 | 12/01/2010 | 15.50 | 3 |
| 04/02/2010 | 09/07/2010 | 20.50 | 2 |
| 10/01/2009 | 02/01/2010 | 36.00 | 2 |
| 04/07/2009 | 08/11/2009 | 39.00 | 2 |
| 10/03/2008 | 01/23/2009 | 18.50 | 1 |
| 04/02/2008 | 09/02/2008 | 32.50 | 5 |
| 10/01/2007 | 03/13/2008 | 12.50 | 2 |
| 05/21/2007 | 06/01/2007 | 21.00 | 1 |
| 10/05/2006 | 11/06/2006 | 18.00 | 1 |
| 04/05/2006 | 08/15/2006 | 13.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does West Volunteer have?
West Volunteer has 14 MSHA violations on record, of which 1 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $1K.
What type of mine is West Volunteer?
West Volunteer is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Madisonville, Hopkins County, KY. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at West Volunteer?
According to MSHA records, West Volunteer has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates West Volunteer?
West Volunteer is operated by Hopkins County Coal LLC and controlled by Alliance Resource Partners LP. MSHA Mine ID: 1517377.