Key Takeaway
Wildcat Surface Mine is a abandoned surface mine producing Coal, located in Orgas, Kanawha County, WV. It has 86 violations on record (26 S&S) and $27K in proposed penalties. Operated by Award Development, LLC.
Wildcat Surface Mine
Operator: Award Development, LLC
Controller: Ashley N Ward
Location: Orgas, Kanawha County, WV
Recent Violations
View all 86 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/22/2015 | 71.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/22/2015 | 71.201(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/17/2015 | 77.410(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 06/16/2015 | 77.208(d) | S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/16/2015 | 71.600 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/15/2015 | 71.501 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 03/23/2015 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 03/23/2015 | 77.205(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/29/2014 | 77.704-8(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/25/2014 | 77.1605(d) | S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/25/2014 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/22/2009 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/22/2009 | 77.1607(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/22/2009 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/22/2009 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/18/2009 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/16/2009 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $176 |
| 09/16/2009 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $176 |
| 09/15/2009 | 77.1605(k) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $176 |
| 03/18/2009 | 77.502-2 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $224 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 4 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/11/2008 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 178d lost |
| 08/02/2007 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 215d lost |
| 06/06/2006 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 135d lost |
| 02/23/2006 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 329d lost |
Inspections
View all 46 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/26/2025 | 06/26/2025 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 01/28/2025 | 01/28/2025 | 1.00 | 1 |
| 08/01/2024 | 08/01/2024 | 1.50 | 1 |
| 10/31/2023 | 10/31/2023 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 04/26/2023 | 04/26/2023 | 1.00 | 1 |
| 03/06/2023 | 03/06/2023 | 1.50 | 1 |
| 08/15/2022 | 08/15/2022 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 03/14/2022 | 03/14/2022 | 2.25 | 1 |
| 09/20/2021 | 09/20/2021 | 1.75 | 1 |
| 12/07/2020 | 12/07/2020 | 1.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Wildcat Surface Mine have?
Wildcat Surface Mine has 86 MSHA violations on record, of which 26 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $27K.
What type of mine is Wildcat Surface Mine?
Wildcat Surface Mine is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Orgas, Kanawha County, WV. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Wildcat Surface Mine?
According to MSHA records, Wildcat Surface Mine has 4 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Wildcat Surface Mine?
Wildcat Surface Mine is operated by Award Development, LLC and controlled by Ashley N Ward. MSHA Mine ID: 4608899.